SCIENCE

• What types of diseases are caused by viruses, fungi, and protists?

  Diseases caused by viruses, fungi, and protists
• What are the three viral diseases you need to know about?

  • Measles
  • HIV
  • Tobacco mosaic virus (TMV)
• How is measles spread?

  By droplets from sneezes or coughs
• What are the symptoms of measles?

  Red skin rash and fever
• What complications can arise from measles?

  Pneumonia and encephalitis
• When are most people vaccinated against measles?

  When they're young
• How is HIV primarily spread?

  By sexual contact or bodily fluids
• What initial symptoms does HIV cause?

  Flu-like symptoms for a few weeks
• How can HIV be controlled in the body?

  With antiretroviral drugs
• What does HIV attack in the body?

  The immune cells
• What is late stage HIV infection also known as?

  AIDS
• What happens if the immune system is badly damaged by HIV?

  It can't cope with other infections or cancers
• What is Tobacco mosaic virus (TMV) known to affect?

  Many species of plants, e.g., tomatoes
• What symptom does TMV cause on plant leaves?

  A mosaic pattern and discoloration
• How does TMV affect a plant's ability to function?

  It reduces photosynthesis efficiency
• What is Salmonella and how is it transmitted?

  • Salmonella is a bacterial infection
  • Transmitted through contaminated food
• What are the symptoms of a Salmonella infection?

  Diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps
• How can you get Salmonella?

  By eating contaminated food
• What are the key points about Gonorrhea?

  • Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD)
  • Caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae
  • Symptoms include painful urination and discharge
• What is the causative agent of Gonorrhea?

  Neisseria gonorrhoeae
• What are common symptoms of Gonorrhea?

  Painful urination and discharge
• What type of infection is Gonorrhea classified as?

  A sexually transmitted infection (STI)
• What is the treatment for Gonorrhea?

  Antibiotics
• Why is it important to treat Gonorrhea promptly?

  To prevent complications and spread
• What are the general characteristics of STDs?

  • Transmitted through sexual contact
  • Can have serious health consequences
  • Often asymptomatic in early stages
• What are the implications of untreated STDs?

  • Increased risk of infertility
  • Higher susceptibility to other infections
  • Potential for chronic pain and health issues