Asked by Matthew Vargas on Apr 24, 2024
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Which of the following is a transmissible disease?
A) malnutrition
B) hepatitis B
C) cancer
D) heart disease
Transmissible Disease
An illness that can be passed from one organism to another, through direct contact, airborne particles, or other methods.
Hepatitis B
A serious liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV) that can become chronic and lead to liver failure, cancer, or cirrhosis.
Malnutrition
A condition resulting from an insufficient, excessive, or imbalanced intake of nutrients.
- Recognize the significance of disease vectors and the transmission routes of infectious diseases.
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Diamond Marcus6 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Hepatitis B is a transmissible disease that is spread through contact with infected bodily fluids such as blood or semen. Malnutrition, cancer, and heart disease are not transmissible diseases but can be influenced by a variety of factors such as diet, genetics, and lifestyle.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the significance of disease vectors and the transmission routes of infectious diseases.