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Which describes the correct order of events in the spread of disease?

A
pathogens → exposure → sickness
B
sickness → pathogens → exposure
C
exposure → sickness → transmission
D
transmission → exposure → sickness
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Why do schools strongly recommend vaccinations?

A
to be fair to all students
B
to protect school staff
C
to guarantee that students regularly visit a doctor
D
to protect students who cannot be vaccinated with herd immunity
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Alessandro is ill with a fever, a cough, and a runny nose. Which precaution should he take to help his family avoid getting sick?

A
eat more vitamins
B
drink plenty of water
C
cover his mouth when coughing or sneezing
D
get extra rest when he feels tired or achy
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Marc has a red, itchy rash on his hands and feet. The skin on his hands and feet is blistered and dry.Which disease did Marc most likely contract?

A
influenza
B
strep throat
C
chicken pox
D
athlete’s foot
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Which type of pathogen causes Lyme disease?

A
bacteria
B
fungus
C
parasite
D
virus
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How can communities aid in disease prevention?

A
by providing vaccination education
B
by reinforcing good hygiene habits at home
C
by keeping up-to-date with required immunizations
D
by practicing safe food-handling practices at home
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How can individuals in communities prevent the global spread of hepatitis C?

A
by getting vaccinated
B
by washing their hands before eating
C
by avoiding contact with the blood of others
D
by avoiding contact with the saliva of others
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Which is an uncontrollable risk factor that puts individuals at more risk for contracting a disease?

A
age
B
diet
C
physical fitness
D
personal hygiene
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Which part of the immune system is a physical barrier?

A
skin
B
tears
C
mucus
D
stomach acid
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Alice has felt ill for two weeks. She has had a runny nose every day and a fever of 100 degrees for two days. Her appetite has decreased slightly. She is tired and has not wanted to get out of bed.Which symptom does Alice have that indicates that she should seek medical care?

A
tiredness
B
runny nose
C
fever over 99 degrees
D
illness for two weeks

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