(39) GCSE Biology Revision "Communicable and Non-Communicable Disease"
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Communicable disease
A disease that can be spread from person to person, often caused by pathogens like bacteria or viruses.
Non-communicable disease
A disease that cannot be passed from person to person; an example is coronary heart disease.
Health
The state of physical and mental well-being.
Tuberculosis (TB)
A communicable lung disease caused by bacteria, which can be fatal.
Immune system
The body's defense system against infections and diseases.
HIV
A virus that causes a defective immune system, increasing the risk of infectious diseases.
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
A common virus that can cause cervical cancer in some individuals.
Cervical cancer
A type of cancer that affects the cervix, commonly caused by HPV infection.
Allergy
An immune response triggered by certain pathogens, which can result in conditions like asthma or dermatitis.
Arthritis
A painful joint condition that can lead to depression and mental health issues due to physical limitations.