WorksheetsDiseases
Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 19mins
A disease that you can spread from person to person is known as a: (a)
Which is not a way you can spread an infectious disease? (a)
This type of disease develops inside a person's body and can't be "caught" or passed to other people. (a)
Infectious diseases are caused by germs-bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi, etc. (a)
Match the following to the best answer.
Acute Disease
happens quickly and lasts a short time
Chronic Disease
illnesses that are ongoing or last a long time
symptom
the signals your body sends to let you know you are becoming ill
infectious
can be passed through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes
noninfectious
some are influenced by heredity; some can develop due to unhealthy habits
Match the following to the best description.
cold
most common infectious disease in the USA.
flu
a virus that can make you sick for a week or longer
pinkeye
causes redness, itching, inflammation, and pus to collect in the eyes.
strep throat
most common sore throat in kids and teens. It is treated with an antibiotic.
athlete's foot
It got this name because it affects people whose feet tend to be damp and sweaty.
Which is not an environmental factor that contributes to chronic diseases? (a)
Which is not a behavior that helps prevent chronic diseases? (a)
Type 1
Diabetes
the body is unable to produce insulin
Type 2
Diabetes
your body doesn’t use insulin well and can’t keep blood sugar at normal levels
Gestational Diabetes
this type of diabetes is related to pregnancy
Type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed with healthy lifestyle changes, such as:
healthy eating habits
getting plenty of exercise
losing weight
all answers are correct
Conditions or practices that promote or preserve health; practices for keeping the body clean so it stays healthy.
hygiene
exercise
cardio
sedentary lifestyle
Germs are organisms that cause diseases, such as bacteria, parasites, viruses and fungi.
True
False
A bacterial infection such as strep throat can be treated with an antibiotic.
True
False
The flu can be treated with an antibiotic because it is a virus. Viruses can be treated with antibiotics.
True
False
An advocacy technique that uses a noncommercial advertisement to raise awareness, change attitudes or offer information or advice about health and safety issues.
Public Service Announcements
(PSA)
Poster
Public Protest
Billboard
You can help prevent the spread of pathogens by coughing into your hands.
True
False
All of the following is an example of Indirect Contact and spreading Pathogens except:
Touching a door knob
Through the air
Giving some one a hug
Touching a desk
The common cold is the most common communicable disease.
True
False
Pathogens can be spread through contaminated food and water.
True
False
