Why Haven’t We Ended These 5 Diseases?

Why Haven’t We Ended These 5 Diseases?

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Science, Health Sciences, Social Studies, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the eradication of diseases, focusing on neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) that affect impoverished regions. It highlights efforts to combat diseases like yaws, Hansen's disease, schistosomiasis, soil-transmitted helminths, and Guinea worm. Despite challenges, progress is being made through treatments, improved sanitation, and access to clean water. The video emphasizes the importance of breaking the cycle of poverty and disease to improve global health.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which diseases have been successfully eradicated from Earth?

Schistosomiasis and Guinea worm

Yaws and leprosy

Polio and malaria

Smallpox and rinderpest

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common factor among neglected tropical diseases?

They are easily eradicated

They are often linked to poverty

They primarily affect wealthy nations

They are all viral infections

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge in eradicating yaws?

Lack of effective medication

Difficulty in reaching nomadic populations

High cost of treatment

Resistance to antibiotics

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge in treating Hansen's disease?

It is highly contagious

There is no cure available

The treatment is very expensive

The treatment duration can be up to two years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is schistosomiasis primarily transmitted?

Through respiratory droplets

By direct contact with infected individuals

Through mosquito bites

Via contaminated water and snails

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major consequence of soil-transmitted helminth infections?

They result in immediate death

They cause severe skin rashes

They lead to nutrient deficiencies

They are transmitted by mosquitoes

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary method used to control Guinea worm disease?

Vaccination

Antibiotic treatment

Mosquito control

Improving access to clean water

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