Sure! Here are brief definitions for each term:
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Acute Disease: A disease that comes on suddenly and typically lasts a short time, often requiring urgent care and treatment.
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Adhesion: The process by which cell surfaces stick to each other, often referring to abnormal connections that can occur between organs or tissues.
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Aerobic: Refers to processes or organisms that require oxygen to live or function (e.g., aerobic respiration).
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Anaerobic: Refers to processes or organisms that can live or function without oxygen (e.g., anaerobic respiration).
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Antisepsis: The practice of preventing infection by eliminating or inhibiting the growth of pathogens using antiseptics.
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Chronic Disease: A long-lasting condition that often can be controlled but is not curable, typically persisting for months or years (e.g., diabetes).
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Direct Contact Transmission: The transfer of pathogens through physical contact between an infected individual and a susceptible individual (e.g., touching, kissing).
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Disease: A disorder of the structure or function of a living organism, often resulting in specific symptoms and abnormalities.
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Droplet Transmission: A method of disease transmission where pathogens are spread through respiratory droplets that are expelled when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.
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Environment: The surrounding conditions, influences, and factors that can affect the health and well-being of individuals or populations.
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Exposure: The process of being subject to a pathogen or risk factor that may lead to a disease or adverse effect.