Transmission & Prevention
A method of transmission simply means which way diseases get from one organism to another and are classified as either direct or indirect.
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Infectious diseases follow patterns of occurrence.
Endemic InfectionsEndemic Infections occur naturally in particular areas only effecting small populations. NOTE- the prefix Endo means within or inner
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Epidemic Infections Epidemic Infections occur unexpectedly in large numbers. These are usually contained to a certain geographical area. Note- the prefix Epi means on, near, outer or outside
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Pandemic Infections Pandemic Infections affects larger populations and spreads around the world. Note- the prefix Pan means involving all members
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Emerging Infections Lastly, Emerging Infections are new and or are unexpected infections.
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PREVENTION
To prevent a person from infectious diseases, doctors recommend proper covering of the nose and mouth when sneezing and coughing. Vaccines can also help prevent the spread of diseases.
Most medications target the symptoms and help keep the virus under control while the body fights the infection.
HOW ELSE ARE DISEASES PREVENTABLE; WHAT ARE SOME STEPS WE CAN TAKE TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF PATHOGENS? Name 3 additional ways.
HOW ELSE ARE DISEASES PREVENTABLE; WHAT ARE SOME STEPS WE CAN TAKE TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF PATHOGENS? Name 3 additional ways.