Pathogens and Related Infections

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts about pathogens, diseases, and their causes, based on the provided notes.

What is a pathogen?

Substances that can cause an effect greater than each of them individually.

What is Dysentery?

A bacterial infection caused by contaminated food or water, often linked to feces.

What disease is caused by exposure to asbestos?

Mesothelioma, a type of cancerous tumor.

Which mosquito-borne disease is known to cause fever and is prevalent in certain regions?

Malaria.

What is the primary vector for transmitting Zika virus?

Mosquitoes.

What health crisis is associated with a contaminated water supply in developing countries?

Cholera.

Which respiratory virus outbreak is related to severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)?

MERS.

What is the impact of fecal contamination in water sources?

It leads to diseases such as dysentery and cholera.