Infectious/Non-Infectious Disease Infectious Disease (Ch. 21) –A disease caused by organisms- such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasite. Many live in and on our bodies. They’re normally harmless or even helpful, but some organisms may cause disease. Ex.- Norovirus, Ebola, Mono, Colds, STD’s, etc.

Infectious/Non-Infectious Disease Non-Infectious Disease (Ch. 23) –A non-communicable disease (NCD) Disease which is non-infections and non-transmissible among people. Not transmitted by mean of a pathogen (disease causing agent). - NCD may be chronic disease of long duration and slow progression or may result in more rapid death. Ex. – Cancer, Heart Disease, Asthma, Diabetes, Stroke, etc.

3 Categories of Non-Infectious Diseases GeneticSex/Gender Familial Disease Tendency

3 Categories of Non-Infectious Diseases Lifestyle High Fat Diet Lack of Sleep Smoking/Smokeless Tobacco Stress Exposure to Sun Lack of Exercise Poor Nutrition

3 Categories of Non-Infectious Diseases Environment Polluted Air and Water Harmful Substances in Food Exposure to Sun Injury/Accident