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Spread of Diseases - Coggle Diagram
Spread of Diseases
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Disease Vectors
Rats, ticks, and mosquitoes are examples of vectors.
For example, the western blacklegged tick is a vector that carries Lyme disease. However, the bacterium that causes Lyme does not harm the tick that carries it.
A disease vector is any organism that can spread infectious disease to another organism through bites, scratches, body fluids, or other contact.
Disease Prevention
Better sanitation and safer processing of food and water have improved the length and quality of human lives.
Medicines, such as antibiotics, have been developed to fight bacterial infections like strep throat.
Aseptic techniques, such as washing hands, sterilizing equipment, and using disinfectants to clean homes, have reduced the spread of many diseases and led to safer medical practices.
What You Should Do
Use antibiotics exactly as prescribed. Take them for the full course prescribed by your doctor, but not for colds or other non bacterial
Report to your doctor any quickly worsening infection or any infection that does not get better after you take a prescribed antibiotic.
Keep immunizations up to date. Follow recommended immunizations for children, adults, and pets.
Keep Clean
Be aware of what you eat, and prepare foods carefully.
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Wash your hands often, especially during cold and flu season (usually during the winter time).