6.1 - Definition
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What is an infectious disease?
💡 Hint: Think of common illnesses.
Define immunity.
💡 Hint: Consider our body's defense strategies.
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Which of the following is a viral disease?
💡 Hint: Consider which illness is caused by a virus.
True or False: Vaccination stimulates passive immunity.
💡 Hint: Think about how vaccines work.
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Analyze the public health implications of an outbreak of Ebola, focusing on its symptoms and the role of vaccines.
💡 Hint: Think about how vaccination can prevent outbreaks.
Evaluate the effectiveness of microbe-driven sewage treatment compared to traditional methods.
💡 Hint: Consider advantages like cost, environmental impact, and efficiency.
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