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• What are the main systems discussed in this module?

  The Respiratory and Circulatory Systems
• What will you learn about in this module regarding diseases?

  Ways of detecting and preventing diseases
• What is one of the risks associated with cigarette smoking mentioned in the module?

  It poses risks to both the respiratory and circulatory systems
• What are the key questions to ponder after finishing this module?

  1. Effects of lifestyle on respiratory and circulatory systems
  2. Ways to detect and prevent diseases
  3. How lifestyle affects these systems
  4. How to inform the public about disease prevention
• What are the primary functions of the respiratory system?

  To facilitate gas exchange and provide oxygen to the body
• What are the primary functions of the circulatory system?

  To transport blood, nutrients, and oxygen throughout the body
• What is asthma?

  A common respiratory condition causing difficulty breathing due to airway inflammation
• What are common triggers for asthma?

  Allergies, smoking, and weather changes
• What are the symptoms of asthma?

  Coughing, wheezing, chest pain, shortness of breath, and trouble sleeping
• What is the prevention method for asthma?

  Avoid asthma triggers and get vaccinated for influenza and pneumonia
• What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

  A disease characterized by difficulty in breathing due to sputum production
• What are the symptoms of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

  Shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and cough with sputum
• What is the prevention method for COPD?

  Do not smoke or quit smoking
• What is Chronic Bronchitis?

  A disease that causes swelling of the bronchial tubes
• What are the symptoms of Chronic Bronchitis?

  Cough with sputum, wheezing, tight chest, and shortness of breath
• What is the prevention method for Chronic Bronchitis?

  Do not smoke or quit smoking
• What is Emphysema?

  A form of COPD that damages the air sacs in the lungs
• What are the symptoms of Emphysema?

  Frequent coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath
• What is the prevention method for Emphysema?

  Do not smoke or quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke
• What is Lung Cancer?

  A disease characterized by the formation of tumors in the lungs
• What are the symptoms of Lung Cancer?

  Cough that does not go away, coughing up blood, shortness of breath, chest pain, headache, and hoarseness
• What is the prevention method for Lung Cancer?

  Do not smoke or quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke
• What is Tuberculosis?

  A disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium that targets the lungs
• What are the symptoms of Tuberculosis?

  Cough that lasts for more than 3 weeks, chills, fever, weight loss, chest pain, and coughing up blood
• What is the prevention method for Tuberculosis?

  Physical distancing, good ventilation, and good hygiene
• What is Pneumonia?

  A disease characterized by the swelling of alveoli caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi
• What are the symptoms of Pneumonia?

  Chest pain, cough with phlegm, fatigue, chills, fever, and shortness of breath
• What is the prevention method for Pneumonia?

  Get vaccinated, maintain good hygiene, and do not smoke
• What is Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)?

  A disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus
• What are the common symptoms of COVID-19?

  Fever, dry cough, and tiredness
• What are less common symptoms of COVID-19?

  Aches and pains, sore throat, diarrhea, conjunctivitis, headache, loss of taste and smell, and rashes
• What are serious symptoms of COVID-19?

  Difficulty in breathing, chest pain, and loss of speech and movement
• What are the prevention methods for COVID-19?

  Wash hands regularly, maintain physical distancing, avoid touching your face, cover your mouth when coughing and sneezing, avoid smoking, wear a face mask, and stay at home
• What is Arteriosclerosis/Atherosclerosis?

  A condition that makes the arteries hard due to high cholesterol and blood pressure
• What are the symptoms of Arteriosclerosis/Atherosclerosis?

  Chest pain, transient ischemic attack, and kidney failure
• What is the prevention method for Arteriosclerosis/Atherosclerosis?

  Do not smoke, exercise regularly, and eat healthy foods
• What is a Heart Attack?

  A condition caused by blocked arteries and coronary artery disease
• What are the symptoms of a Heart Attack?

  Pressure in the chest, aching sensation that spreads to neck or jaw, cold sweat, fatigue, shortness of breath, and nausea
• What is the prevention method for a Heart Attack?

  Medication, exercise regularly, and eat healthy foods
• What is Myocardial Ischemia?

  A condition caused by blood clots and atherosclerosis