PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Diabetes cannot be transmitted from one person to another; hence it is not a communicable disease.

Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -Myth #1: Diabetes is contagious Science has confirmed that diabetes is a non-communicable disease, so it’s not contagious-nor is a diagnosis your fault.

Detailed explanation-4: -Cardiovascular diseases. Cardiovascular diseases account for the most non-communicable disease deaths. Diabetes. Preventable cancers. Chronic respiratory diseases. Mental health conditions. Injuries.