Science, Technology, and Society - Digital Age and Human Health

What is cyberbullying?

Using digital platforms to harass or intimidate others through inappropriate messages, spreading rumors, or exclusion on social media, messaging apps, and gaming platforms.

What is identity theft?

The act of stealing someone's personal or financial information to use it without permission, leading to fraud such as unauthorized purchases or fake accounts.

What are online scams?

Tricks that deceive people into giving away money or personal information through fake websites, emails, or messages, often impersonating trustworthy entities.

What are viruses and malware?

Programs that harm devices by stealing personal data, typically spreading through downloads, emails, or unsafe websites.

What is hacking?

Unauthorized access to a system or device, often resulting in the theft, alteration, or misuse of data, leading to privacy breaches and security concerns.

What is the importance of using strong passwords?

Creating unique passwords with letters, numbers, and symbols helps protect against unauthorized access.

How does antivirus software protect devices?

By scanning files for threats, it helps protect devices from viruses and malware.

What should you do to avoid clicking suspicious links?

Be cautious of unknown links, especially in unsolicited emails or messages.

What are surgical innovations?

Advancements that enable less invasive procedures, faster recovery, and improved success rates in medical treatments.

What is telemedicine?

Remote healthcare access using digital tools like video calls.

What is wearable health technology?

Devices like smartwatches and fitness trackers that monitor health metrics.

What is medical imaging?

Techniques like X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans that help doctors see inside the body for improved diagnosis.

What are restorative medical devices?

Advanced prosthetics and implants that help regain lost functions.

What does health equity mean?

Ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare.

What is disease prevention?

Efforts to reduce the spread of illnesses through vaccines and sanitation.

What is health education?

Promotion of healthy habits and awareness.

What is a pandemic?

A disease that spreads across many countries and affects many people, unlike an epidemic which is confined to one community or country.

What was the Spanish Flu?

A pandemic likely beginning in Kansas, USA, that spread among soldiers and reached Europe during World War I.

What is the COVID-19 pandemic?

An infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, first confirmed in the Philippines in January 2020.