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Infectious/Non-Infectious Disease
Infectious Disease (Ch. 21)
– A disease caused by organisms- such as
bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasite. Many live
in and on our bodies. They’re normally
harmless or even helpful, but some organisms
may cause disease.
Ex.- Norovirus, Ebola, Mono, Colds, STD’s, etc.
Infectious/Non-Infectious Disease
Non-Infectious Disease (Ch. 23)
– A non-communicable disease (NCD) Disease
which is non-infections and non-transmissible
among people. Not transmitted by mean of a pathogen
(disease causing agent).
- NCD may be chronic disease of long duration
and slow progression or may result in more
rapid death.
Ex. – Cancer, Heart Disease, Asthma, Diabetes,
Stroke, etc.
3 Categories of Non-Infectious
Diseases
Genetic
Sex/Gender
Familial Disease Tendency
3 Categories of Non-Infectious
Diseases
Lifestyle
High Fat Diet
Lack of Sleep
Smoking/Smokeless Tobacco
Stress
Exposure to Sun
Lack of Exercise
Poor Nutrition
3 Categories of Non-Infectious
Diseases
Environment
Polluted Air and Water
Harmful Substances in Food
Exposure to Sun
Injury/Accident