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One illness that can spread through contact with others is influenza, commonly known as the flu. It is caused by the influenza virus and can be transmitted through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. Additionally, touching surfaces contaminated with the virus and then touching the face can also lead to infection. Preventive measures include vaccination, hand hygiene, and avoiding close contact with sick individuals.
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How do you control epidemic?
by washing your hands straight after you sneeze to prevent spread, vaccinations, stay inside and ovoid contact with others with the illness.
Should swine flu sufferer be kept away from siblings?
Yes, because they cna spread the illness, and then it can spread to others. If they MUST go around people have them wear a face mask, so they cannot spread it to others.
How can protozoa be transferred?
They spread using a variety of strategies. Some produce cysts to survive outside the body, others are spread by insects, and yet others spread during human sexual contact.
Why did the captain of the Jeroboam not want to have any physical contact with the crew of the Pequod?
The captain of the Jeroboam did not want physical contact with the crew of the Pequod because he believed they carried a contagious illness known as "hidden death." He feared that allowing physical contact could spread the illness to his own crew.
Can you spread molluscum pox virus to your infant?
Molluscum is spread by skin-to-skin contact. Keep your molluscum lesions covered to avoid spreading it to others.
What is a hand contact surface?
A hand contact surface is a designated area where hands typically come into contact, such as a door handle, light switch, or countertop. These surfaces are important to keep clean and sanitized to reduce the spread of germs and prevent illness.
How can cold sores and fever blisters spread to others?
Herpes lesions like cold sores are spread to others by skin-to-skin contact with the affected area. The infection is contagious during and just before an outbreak.
What is a disease is an illness that is contagious?
A contagious disease is an illness that can be transmitted from one person to another, often through direct contact or airborne pathogens. Examples include influenza, the common cold, and COVID-19. These diseases spread easily, making them a public health concern, especially in crowded or close-contact environments. Prevention measures, such as vaccination and good hygiene practices, are essential to control their spread.
What does FIPS stand for?
FIP stands for feline infectious peritonitis. It is a viral illness in cats which is almost always fatal. It is spread through contact with another cat that is infected.
How your own health or hygiene might pose risk to individuals?
My own health or hygiene can pose risks to individuals in several ways. For instance, if I have an infectious illness, such as a cold or flu, close contact with others can lead to the spread of pathogens. Additionally, poor personal hygiene, such as not washing hands regularly, can facilitate the transmission of germs, increasing the risk of illness in those around me. Maintaining good health and hygiene practices is essential to protect both myself and others.
What do you mean by the carrier of germs?
A carrier of germs refers to an organism, often a person or animal, that harbors and can transmit pathogens (such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites) without necessarily showing symptoms of illness. These carriers can unknowingly spread the germs to others, facilitating the transmission of diseases. For example, someone who is asymptomatic for an illness may still carry and spread the infectious agents to others, posing a public health risk.
What are two ways viruses are spread?
Viruses can be spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person talks, coughs, or sneezes, which are then inhaled by others. Additionally, viruses can also be spread through contact with contaminated surfaces or objects and then touching the face.
