How did you feel the last time you were sick?
What is the best way to prevent disease? (Answer in one word)
Treatment and Disease Prevention
Treatment is the process of addressing a medical condition and managing its symptoms. Disease prevention includes healthy lifestyle practices and vaccinations. Both treatment and prevention can help keep you healthy and safe.
Concepts:
Vaccination: a way to prevent certain diseases by introducing a weakened or dead version of the virus into the body in order to stimulate the immune system. Hygiene: the practice of keeping the body, environment, and objects around you clean and free of germs to lower the risk of catching certain diseases. Screening: a process of testing people for certain diseases before they show symptoms in order to detect and treat certain diseases early on.
What do you feel is the most important way to prevent or treat a disease?
- Regular exercise and healthy eating
- Taking prescribed medications
- Getting regular check-ups and screenings
- Avoiding risky behaviors
Did you know?
Compounds from garlic, onion, and leeks can help prevent heart disease and certain cancers. A diet rich in fruit and vegetables can reduce the risk of common medical conditions such as high blood pressure, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers. Exercising regularly helps to strengthen the body's natural defense system, making it harder for infectious diseases to take hold.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of preventative care and treatment?
What methods of prevention and treatment do doctors recommend for common diseases and illnesses?
What is the scariest part about going to the doctor?
How could you prevent or treat a disease or illness if you had to?
What aspect of our overall health do diseases affect?