Disease Examples Flashcards

(4 cards)

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What does HIV do?

A

Weakens immune system → leads to AIDS.

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How is HIV transmitted?

A

Sexual contact, shared needles, mother to baby.

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3
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What causes salmonella & symptoms?

A

Bacteria from contaminated food; causes diarrhoea, fever, cramps.

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4
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What is Athlete’s Foot & how does it spread?

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Fungal infection; spreads by contact with infected skin/surfaces.

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