Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases — TEST

Which of the following is a communicable disease?

• Cancer

• Allergies

• The Flu

• Diabetes

What is the main cause of communicable diseases?

• Poor eating habits

• Germs or pathogens

• Weather

• Lack of exercise

Which of the following is NOT a way to spread communicable diseases?

• Sneezing

• Shaking hands

• Using soap

• Sharing drinks

Non-communicable diseases can be caused by:

• Unhealthy habits

• Pathogens

• Bacteria

• Touching someone

How can we help prevent communicable diseases?

• Not washing hands

• Exercising

• Sharing drinks

• Covering your mouth when sneezing

(Answer in complete sentences) What is the difference between diseases caused by bacteria and diseases caused by viruses?

How can we prevent communicable diseases from spreading?

How are non-communicable diseases different from communicable diseases?

Which of the following is a common symptom of communicable diseases?

• Fatigue

• Fever

• Headache

• All of the above

Which of the following practices can reduce the risk of spreading communicable diseases?

• Ignoring symptoms

• Sharing personal items

• Staying home when sick

• Not getting vaccinated