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Question
Differentiate between communicable and non-communicable diseases.
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Solution
| Communicable diseases | Non-communicable diseases |
| These are infectious diseases that spread from one person to another through air, water, or contact. | These diseases do not spread from person to person and remain confined only to the affected individual. |
| They are also commonly referred to as infectious diseases. | They are also known as non-infectious or chronic diseases. |
| These diseases are primarily caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi. | These diseases are not caused by microbes but by factors like lifestyle, diet, or genetics. |
| Common examples include typhoid, cholera, and malaria. | Common examples include diabetes, cancer, and hypertension. |
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