Spread of Disease
Disease Provention
Keeping Clean
Vaccines and Medicines
Disease Vectors
Rats, ticks, ans mosquitos are examples of vectors.
Sometimes a vector is not harmed or killed by the disease it carries.
A organism that carries and spreads infectious diseases.
Organism that can spread through cuts, scratches, and body fluids.
Medicines, such as antibiotics have been developed to fight bacterial infections like strep throat.
Better sanitation and safer processing of food and water have improved the length and quality of human life.
Aseptic techniques have bettered human life in fighting disease.
Use antibiotics as prescribed.
When traveling internationally, get necessary vaccines.
Keep immunizations up to date.
Wash hands often
Disinfect and sanitize surfaces
Be aware of what you eat, and be careful of what you prepare.
Use hot water to keep things clean.
Protect yourself
Be careful around animals.
After any animal bite, clean skin with soap and water and go to a doctor.
Dressed appropriately when outside.
Stay aware of disease threats.