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An example of a non-communicable disease is...
Common Cold
Cancer
Aides
Herpes
Communicable diseases spread by transmitting from a mosquito to a person.
True
False
Non-communicable diseases are accountable for _____ percent of all deaths globally.
79%
80%
30%
70%
Lack of physical activity is a leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
True
False
What health benefits do you get when you increase your physical activity?
Reduce risk of hypertension
Improve bone and functional health
Increase energy
All of these
Non-communicable diseases happen fast.
True
False
An example of a non-communicable disease is...
The flu
An STI
Aides
Cancer
A non-communicable disease is contagious and can be spread in a variety of ways.
True
False
Can non-communicable diseases be prevented and managed?
Yes
No
It depends on the non-communicable disease
Non-communicable diseases are only found in animals.
Communicable diseases can be prevented.
True
False
You can get a non-communicable disease by...
Touching someone
Kissing
Environmental factors
Insect bite
4 types of pathogens (bad germs) are Virus, Fungi,
Bacteria & Cancer
Bacteria & Protozoan
Bacteria & Penicillin
Bacteria & E-coli
Which non-communicable disease causes the most worldwide deaths?
Diabetes
Cancer
Cardiovascular Disease
Lung Disease
How many communicable diseases are there?
Over 200
Over 100
Over 800
Over 600
Some communicable disease may produce mild symptoms; others can be deadly.
True
False
What are some ways to prevent the spread of communicable diseases?
Wash your hands often and use antibiotics sensibly.
Get vaccinated and don't share personal items.
Be smart about food preparation.
All of these.
Communicable diseases can be spread from an animal to a person.
True
False
_____ is an example of a communicable disease.
Asthma and Lung Disease
Flu and Sexually Transmitted infections
Stroke and Heart Disease
Hypertension
Communicable Diseases are contagious and can spread from person to person.
True
False
Behavior factors that can decrease developing a non-communicable disease are...
Touching someone with the disease
Physical activity
Kissing
Insect bite
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