IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

THE GOOD BAD AND UGLY OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A disease that is not caused by a pathogen
A
Vaccine
B
Passive Immunity
C
Vaccination
D
Noninfectious disease
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Non-infectious diseases are not caused by pathogens and therefore cannot be spread from one person to another. Instead, non-infectious diseases are caused by factors such as genetics, malnutrition, environment and lifestyle. Examples of non-infectious diseases include cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and epilepsy.

Detailed explanation-2: -The term NCDs refers to a group of conditions that are not mainly caused by an acute infection, result in long-term health consequences and often create a need for long-term treatment and care. These conditions include cancers, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and chronic lung illnesses.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cardiovascular diseases. Cardiovascular diseases account for the most non-communicable disease deaths. Diabetes. Preventable cancers. Chronic respiratory diseases. Mental health conditions. Injuries.

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