Pathogens

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What are the four types of pathogens that can cause illness?

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Bacteria, fungi, viruses, parasites.

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Which type of pathogen is responsible for causing the flu, chicken pox, and yellow fever?

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Viruses.

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What is one effective way to prevent the spreading of disease?

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Wash your hands often.

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Which pathogen is treated with antibiotics?

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Bacteria.

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Why can't antibiotics treat the flu?

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The flu is caused by a virus, and it cannot be treated with an antibiotic.

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What are bacteria?

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Single-celled microorganisms that can cause disease.

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What are viruses?

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Tiny infectious agents that can only replicate inside the living cells of an organism.

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What are fungi?

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A group of organisms that includes yeasts, molds, and mushrooms, some of which can cause infections.

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What are parasites?

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Organisms that live on or in a host and benefit at the host's expense.

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How do vaccines help prevent diseases caused by pathogens?

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Vaccines stimulate the immune system to recognize and fight specific pathogens.