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• What are human factors that cause ill health, accidents, crises, and disasters?

  Aspects for which we are responsible, not causes beyond our control.
• Why is a tsunami not considered a human factor?

  Because it is beyond our control.
• Can human factors that cause ill health, accidents, crises, and disasters be prevented?

  Yes, they can be prevented, avoided, or controlled.
• What does having ill health mean?

  It means you are sick.
• What are some bad lifestyle choices that can lead to ill health?

  Unprotected sex, smoking, and alcohol abuse.
• What defines an accident?

  An unexpected or unplanned bad event that happens to a person.
• What is an example of a traffic accident?

  Driving too fast or while drunk.
• How can fire accidents occur?

  When candles are left burning unattended.
• What can cause burn accidents?

  Leaving a pot of boiling water or oil unattended where a child could reach it.
• What is a crisis?

  An emergency situation that causes great distress and upheaval.
• How can humans cause crises?

  By actions such as a husband leaving his wife for another woman.
• What is an example of human factors causing a disaster?

  Stealing copper cables on train tracks, leading to train delays and accidents.
• What defines a disaster?

  A great tragedy or devastation.
• How can humans contaminate water sources?

  By using rivers for ablutions, such as washing and going to the toilet.
• What disease can result from using contaminated water?

  Cholera, which is a deadly disease that spreads easily.
• What can happen when factories dispose of toxic waste in rivers?

  It can destroy living organisms in the water and make humans sick.
• What can happen during wars that causes disasters?

  Bombing cities and towns, destroying homes.
• What can happen when sports fans push to enter a stadium?

  The stand can collapse under the weight, causing injuries or deaths.
• What are some psychological factors that cause ill health?

  Negative self-image and low self-esteem.
• How can psychological factors affect health?

  They can lead to illness, and illness can cause psychological effects.
• What is psychosomatic illness?

  A sickness that involves both the mind and the body.
• What can stress lead to in terms of physical health?

  It can cause ulcers or strokes.
• What are social factors that cause ill health?

  Issues involving people, the community, and the public.
• How can violence affect health?

  It can lead to injury and stress.
• What is gender-based violence?

  Violence, especially against women, that causes ill health.
• What are some effects of abuse on women?

  Broken bones, fractured spines, burns, and head injuries.
• How can religious beliefs affect health?

  They may prevent individuals from taking medication or having blood transfusions.
• What can happen if someone believes only their God can cure them?

  They may not seek the medical or mental treatment they need.
• What is the risk of mixing herbal medicine with prescribed antibiotics?

  It may cancel out the effects of the antibiotics and lead to serious illness.
• How can communal cup sharing lead to illness?

  It can cause illnesses like flu and mouth sores to spread.
• What are faith healers?

  Individuals who claim to heal people, but some may be frauds.
• How does culture influence health?

  It affects perceptions of health, illness, and treatment.
• What is male child preference in some cultures?

  Preference for male children over female children, leading to harmful practices.
• What are the consequences of son preference?

  Female foetuses may be aborted, and female children may suffer from neglect and malnutrition.
• What is male circumcision?

  The removal of the foreskin from the penis, which can reduce HIV transmission.
• What are the risks of male circumcision?

  It can be harmful if done by untrained individuals using unsterilized instruments.
• What is female genital mutilation (FGM)?

  The surgical removal of parts of or all of the female genital organs.
• What are the health risks associated with FGM?

  It can lead to severe health problems, including bleeding, infection, and pain.
• How can nutritional taboos affect pregnant mothers and their babies?

  They may not get all the nutrients needed, making them vulnerable to infections and illnesses.
• What are some harmful cultural customs regarding food for girls and women?

  Deprivation of eggs, fish, meat, and milk, leading to malnutrition.