EVS GRADE 5 TERM 2 - PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE PART 2

How does tuberculosis spread?

Through air droplets

Which preventive measure helps control tuberculosis?

Covering mouth while coughing

How does typhoid spread?

Through contaminated food and water

Which symptom is common in typhoid?

Fever and stomach pain

How does cholera spread?

By consuming contaminated water

What is the symptom of cholera?

Rice-water stool

How does dysentery spread?

Contaminated food and water

What organism can also cause dysentery besides bacteria?

Amoeba

What is the main symptom of dysentery?

Loose stools with cramps

Which insect transmits pathogens to food?

Housefly

Where do flies breed most often?

On faecal matter

Why should we not eat roadside food?

It may be contaminated

Why should we avoid stagnation of water?

It breeds mosquitoes

Which disease can result from mosquito breeding?

Dengue

At what time should water containers be checked for mosquitoes?

Weekly

Why is it important to vaccinate pets?

To prevent rabies transmission

Which type of organism causes rabies?

Virus

Which type of bite can transmit rabies?

Bite from infected warm-blooded animal

Which part of the body does rabies affect?

Brain and nervous system

Which disease is fatal if untreated?

Rabies

Which symptom of rabies is unique?

Fear of water (hydrophobia)

What is the incubation period of rabies?

1 to 3 months

What is the preventive step after a dog bite?

Immediate vaccination

Who should be contacted after an animal bite?

Government health centre

What is the source of infection for dengue?

Bite of infected mosquito

How can dengue be prevented?

Avoid stagnant water

Which disease has no effective vaccine yet?

Dengue

What should be done to reduce mosquito breeding?

Remove water from containers

What causes malaria?

Protozoan parasite

What is the vector for malaria?

Female Anopheles mosquito

What symptoms indicate malaria?

Fever with chills

What medicine is used to treat malaria?

Quinine

What type of plant product is quinine?

Natural alkaloid

What causes ringworm?

Fungal infection

Where on the body can ringworm appear?

Arms or back

What causes itching between toes?

Athlete’s foot

What spreads fungal infections?

Sharing clothes of infected person

How can fungal infection be prevented?

Maintain personal hygiene

What are protozoans?

Single-celled organisms

What causes amoebiasis?

Amoeba in contaminated food

Which organ is affected by amoebiasis?

Intestine

How can amoebiasis be avoided?

Eating clean food

Which worm lives in human intestine?

Tapeworm

What causes anaemia?

Iron deficiency

What nutrient is needed to form red blood cells?

Iron

Which vitamin helps in blood clotting?

Vitamin K

Which vitamin is called the sunshine vitamin?

Vitamin D

What mineral helps build bones and teeth?

Calcium

Which vitamin deficiency causes scurvy?

Vitamin C

Which disease causes swelling of limbs?

Elephantiasis

What is another name for elephantiasis?

Filariasis

How can elephantiasis be prevented?

Avoid mosquito bites

Which organ system does polio damage?

Nervous system

Which body part is weakened by polio?

Limbs

What can prevent polio?

Oral polio vaccine

When was India declared polio-free?

2014

Who discovered vaccination?

Edward Jenner

What was the first vaccine developed for?

Smallpox

How does smallpox spread?

Through air or contact

Why should we still vaccinate against polio?

To prevent virus re-entry

Which disease has been eradicated worldwide?

Smallpox

What does “prevention is better than cure” mean?

Avoiding disease is easier than treating it

What helps improve immunity?

Nutritious food

What can weaken the immune system?

Poor diet

What type of food supports immunity?

Balanced diet

Which vitamin helps in maintaining vision?

Vitamin A

Which disease is caused by Vitamin A deficiency?

Night blindness

What is the major cause of lifestyle diseases?

Poor eating habits

Which lifestyle factor increases risk of obesity?

Lack of exercise

Which system is affected by hypertension?

Circulatory system

What can reduce hypertension?

Regular exercise

What nutrient leads to diabetes if consumed in excess?

Sugar

What is a genetic disease?

Disease inherited from parents

What is an example of a hereditary disease?

Haemophilia

How can haemophilia patients get injured easily?

Due to lack of clotting

What is anaemia caused by?

Lack of iron

What can improve haemoglobin levels?

Iron-rich food

What should we do before eating?

Wash hands with soap

Why should nails be trimmed?

To prevent germ accumulation

What should we do after using the toilet?

Wash hands

Why should garbage be covered?

To avoid flies and rodents

Why is clean drinking water important?

Prevents water-borne diseases

Which food-borne disease is prevented by hygiene?

Typhoid

Which preventive measure stops cholera?

Drinking boiled water

What is one way to keep surroundings healthy?

Proper waste disposal

Which system defends the body against germs?

Immune system

What keeps the immune system strong?

Balanced nutrition

What can reduce immunity temporarily?

Stress and fatigue

What type of exercise helps blood circulation?

Walking or jogging

Which natural activity gives vitamin D?

Morning sunlight exposure

Why is physical activity necessary?

To keep body organs healthy

What is malnutrition mainly caused by?

Lack of balanced diet

What happens when we overeat?

Obesity

What happens when we eat junk food?

Poor nutrition

What kind of food should we avoid?

Oily and sugary food

What food should be eaten for strength?

Protein-rich food

Which food type gives instant energy?

Carbohydrates

What do vitamins and minerals help in?

Proper body function

What type of disease is caused by deficiency of nutrients?

Deficiency disease

What are diseases caused by bad lifestyle called?

Lifestyle diseases