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Disease Prevention and Control

Disease Prevention and Control. HIV attacks the cell…. Objectives. Describe risk factors and behaviors which influence the contraction and/or transmission of communicable diseases and/or infections .

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Disease Prevention and Control

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  1. Disease Prevention and Control HIV attacks the cell…

  2. Objectives • Describe risk factors and behaviors which influence the contraction and/or transmission of communicable diseases and/or infections. • Describe risk factors and behaviors which influence the contraction and/or transmission of non-communicable diseases and/or infections. • Recognize and describe the symptoms, the effects on the body, the treatment, and the prevention of HIV/AIDS.

  3. Objective 1: How do sexual behaviors and practices influence the contraction of HIV/AIDS and STIs? Abstinence Monogamy Use of condoms Sexual interests

  4. Objective 1:How do other behaviors and practices influence the contraction of HIV/AIDS and STIs? Alcohol and drug use Sharing needles (piercings, drugs, tattoos) Mother to child Environmental exposure

  5. Objective 2: Controllable versus uncontrollable risk factors and the contraction of non-communicable diseases Family history Life style choices Environment Regular behaviors

  6. Objective 2:Preventing the contraction and development of non-communicable diseases and/or illnesses • Regular medical check-ups • Immunizations and screening • Diet and weight management • Exercise and rest • Environmental exposure • Positive/healthy regular behaviors

  7. Objective 3 • List specific symptoms of HIV/AIDS • Explain the progression from HIV to AIDS • Describe the effects of HIV/AIDS on the body, including the immune system • State ways to prevent HIV/AIDS • Examine various modes of treatment

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