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1
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What is herd immunity?

A

Indirect protection from infectious disease as large % of population become immune - provide protection to individuals who are not immune

2
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What makes up the epidemiological triangle?

A

Agent
Host
Environment

3
Q

Define the two nutrient deficient states; ‘kwashakor’, ‘marasmus’

A

Diet lacks high quality protein - mostly in children - can cause oedema
Diet low in protein and calories = low weight and wasting

4
Q

How to calculate the ‘incidence rate’…

A

Number of new cases of disease occurring in population during a specific period of time / number of people exposed to risk of developing disease during a period of time

5
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How to calculate the ‘prevalence rate’…

A

Number of cases of disease present in population at specific point in time / number of persons at risk of having disease at point in time