Health and disease

• How is health defined?

  A state of physical and mental well-being
• Why do people vary in health status?

  Because health exists on a spectrum
• What are some factors that promote good health?

  A balanced diet, exercise, sleep, medical care
• What can lead to decreased health?

  Lack of exercise, poor diet, excessive stress
• What does the term disease encompass?

  A large group of conditions causing ill health
• How can an unhealthy diet affect health?

  It could lead to diseases like diabetes
• What are communicable diseases?

  Diseases that can spread between people
• What are examples of communicable diseases?

  Common cold, malaria, meningitis
• What are non-communicable diseases?

  Diseases that cannot be spread between people
• How do non-communicable diseases typically progress?

  They start slowly and last a long time
• How can different diseases interact with each other?

  They can affect physical and mental health
• How does a weak immune system affect health?

  It increases susceptibility to infections
• What virus is linked to cervical cancer?

  Human papilloma virus (HPV)
• What preventive measure is taken against HPV in the UK?

  Vaccination for girls
• How can the immune system cause health issues?

  It can overreact and damage tissues
• How does physical health impact mental health?

  Severe physical issues can affect mental well-being
• What can severe physical health problems lead to?

  Depression or chronic anxiety
• What is the relationship between everyday activities and health?

  Health issues can hinder daily activities