Transcript Ways to stay Heathy

Ways to stay Heathy
By Erica langford
Ta’mia Young
Hunter Obrien
Causes Of Illness
Illnesses are caused by germs called pathogens.
4 Types of Pathogens
1. Viruses- smallest kind of pathgen.They can cause
colds,the flu,and the chicken pox.They must have a cell
to reproduce.
2. Bacteria- tiny single-cell organisms that live in water ,in
the soil,and almost on all surfaces.Not all bacteria
causes illness.
3 Fungi-Most common type of fungus infection is athlete’s
foot.Ringworm is another skin infection.4.Protozoanssingle-cell organisms that are slightly larger than
bacteria.That can cause disease when they grow in food
or drinking water.
Prevention
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Wash your hands before you eat.
Get plenty of rest.
Eat healthy.
Get plenty of exercise
Stay home if your are sick.
Sanitize the house.
Get a vaccination shot.
Go to the doctor to get medicine.
Stay at home if you have a fever.
Cover your cough and sneezes.
Stay informed about the flu.