7.1 - Common Diseases in Humans
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What is a pathogen?
💡 Hint: Think about what kinds of organisms can cause infections.
Name one disease caused by a bacterium.
💡 Hint: Which diseases have you learned that are infectious?
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What type of organism is responsible for malaria?
💡 Hint: Think about the group of organisms that can infect humans.
True or False: Typhoid fever can be transmitted through contaminated water.
💡 Hint: Consider how diseases can spread through ingestion.
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Discuss the impact of public health measures on the control of infectious diseases in a community.
💡 Hint: Think about how each measure directly impacts community health.
Propose a plan for increasing awareness of hygiene practices to prevent the spread of typhoid in vulnerable populations.
💡 Hint: Address specific places and contexts where people may gather.
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