“hardening of the arteries”, is a condition in which the walls of the arteries become thick and lose their elasticity. It is the most common cause of death in the US.

occurs when fatty deposits accumulate and blood vessels narrow. This can result in a blockage of the arteries. Foods high in fat and cholesterol are key contributing factors in this.

Caused by one of several types of small, microscopic organisms known as pathogens. Most pathogens are parasites, which are organisms that live in or on another organism and derive nourishment from it.

Which one is not a type of Pathogen

When treating heart disease, _______________________involves placing a microphone on a person’s chest to record heart sounds and signals, which are transferred trough photography to graph paper to determine heartbeat irregularities.

When treating heart disease, _______________________Includes several tests that involve the injection of substances called radionuclides into the blood. This helps technicians determine how much blood is being supplied to the heart, how well the chambers are functioning, and whether any part of the heart has been damaged by heart attack.

Touching a door knob that has germs on it in an example of spreading disease through...

breathing droplets is an example of spreading disease through...

malaria is an example of spreading disease through...

Drinking contaminated water is an example of spreading disease through...

non living cells and are dependent on a living cell for survival and reproduction.

Single-celled organisms that are larger than bacteria and have a more complex cell structure. Most are harmless but about 30 different types cause disease in humans. These are most common in tropical areas that have poor sanitation.

A single-celled microorganism that can live almost anywhere. When it enters the body it can multiply rapidly.

Simple organisms that cannot make their own food. Many are saprophytes which are organisms that feed off dead animals, insects, and leaves.

disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells of the pancreas.

a metabolic disorder resulting from the body’s inability to make enough, or properly use insulin. About 80% of patients are overweight at the time of diagnosis.

Which choice is not something that can prevent non-infectious disease?

Which choice is not something that can prevent infectious disease?

High Blood Pressure is also know as...

1. Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm, and leg on one side of the body.
2. Loss of speech, or trouble in speaking or understanding people.
3. Sudden dimness or loss of vision, particularly in only one eye.
4. Unexplained dizziness, unsteadiness, or sudden falls.

are all symptoms of...

Chemicals found in tobacco, smoke, asbestos, and toxic wastes. Also exposure to certain forms of radiation such as X rays, radon, and UV rays from the sun are all examples of...

___________________ are cancers that develop in tissue that forms the skin and linings of body organs.

___________________ are cancers that develop in connective and supportive tissues such as bones, muscles, and tendons.

___________________ are cancers that develop in the lymphatic system. Hodgkin’s disease is a type of lymphoma.

the use of anti-cancer medications in the treatment of cancer. Its goal is to destroy malignant cells without excessive destruction of normal cells.

destroys the tumor cells by damaging DNA in the nuclei. Radiation therapy is very successful in slowing down the grown of certain types of cancers.

A viral infection common among young people in their teens. It’s symptoms include chills, fever, sore throat, fatigue and swollen lymph glands. Mono spreads primarily through direct contact, which has given it its popular name “the kissing disease”.

A highly contagious viral disease characterized by fever and a rash that covers the entire body.

is an infectious disease of the central nervous system caused by a virus. In serious cases, the disease may lead to extensive paralysis, including paralysis of the muscles used in breathing, and death.

An inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. This disease can be viral or bacterial.

An inflammation of the brain, usually caused by a virus carried by mosquitoes. Often starts with a headache and fever. If left untreated can lead to hallucinations, confusion, paralysis, and disturbances of speech, memory, behavior, and eye movement.

A highly contagious bacterial infection that most often affects the lungs.

A viral infection of the respiratory tract. Symptoms include chills, fever, headache, muscle ache, and weakness. It is spread by virus-infected droplets coughed or sneezed into the air by an infected person.

The common cold is a __________ infection

proteins that destroy or neutralize invading pathogens. These remain in your blood to become active if you encounter the specific pathogen again.

They are a type of white blood cell that fights pathogens.