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Schistosomiasis (also known as bilharzia, bilharziosis or snail fever).

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Do snails cause diseases?

While snails themselves do not directly cause diseases, they can carry parasites like lungworms that can be transmitted to humans. It is important to handle snails with care and wash your hands thoroughly after touching them to minimize the risk of infection.


How are infrctious diseases spread?

Infectious diseases are spread through various means such as direct contact with an infected person, respiratory droplets when someone coughs or sneezes, ingesting contaminated food or water, or through vectors like mosquitoes or ticks. Some infectious diseases can also be spread through blood or bodily fluids.


What causes black spots on the leaves of a lantana bush?

Black spots on the leaves of a lantana bush are typically caused by fungal diseases such as anthracnose or sooty mold. These diseases thrive in humid conditions and can be spread through water or air. Proper pruning, improving air circulation, and avoiding overhead watering can help prevent these diseases.


How are noninfectious diseases caused?

Noninfectious diseases are caused by factors such as genetics, lifestyle choices (e.g. diet, exercise, smoking), environmental factors (e.g. pollution, radiation), and aging. These diseases develop over time and are not spread from person to person like infectious diseases. Examples of noninfectious diseases include heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.


What are the synthoism of germ theory?

The key points of the germ theory of disease are that microorganisms (germs) are responsible for causing infectious diseases, these microorganisms can be spread from person to person, and that proper hygiene and sanitation practices can prevent the spread of these diseases.

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