Health and disease

• How is health defined?

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

  Many factors affect our health
• What are some factors that promote good health?

  A balanced diet, exercise, and sleep
• What can happen if we lack good health factors?

  We might become less healthy or ill
• 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 diabetes
• What are communicable diseases?

  Diseases that spread between people or animals
• What are non-communicable diseases?

  Diseases that can't be spread between people
• How do different types of diseases interact?

  They can affect each other and overall health
• How does a weak immune system affect health?

  It increases susceptibility to infections
• What is the link between HPV and cancer?

  HPV can cause cervical cancer in women
• What is the purpose of the HPV vaccine in the UK?

  To reduce cervical cancer risk in girls
• How can the immune system cause health issues?

  It can overreact and damage tissues
• What is the relationship between physical and mental health?

  Poor physical health can impact mental health
• How can severe physical health problems affect daily life?

  They can hinder everyday activities and social interactions
• What mental health issues can arise from physical health problems?

  Depression and chronic anxiety
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