Communicable

Diseases

WHAT IS COMMUNICABLE DISEASESCommunicable(also called infectious) diseases are so called due to their potential of transmission from one person or species

to another. Transmission of an infectious diseases may occur through one or more of diverse pathways including physical contact

with infected individuals. These infecting agents may also e transmitted through

liquids,food,body fluids etc.

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

DiphtheriaTuberculosisPlagueCholeraMalariaSmall poxDysentery

DIPHTHERIASymptoms : RestlessnessMode of spread: Use of infected food and drinksPreventive measure: Immunization and use of fresh food

TUBERCULOSISSymptoms : High temperature ,loss of weight ,cough , feverMode of spread : Discharge from nose, throat, infected eatables and drinksPreventive measures : BCG vaccination, keep the person isolated

PLAGUESymptoms : Fever, gland appear in thighsMode of spread : Rats & fliesPreventive measures : Eradication of rats and isolation of locality

CHOLERASymptoms: Vomiting, cough, feverMode of spread: Use of infected foods and drinksPreventive measures : Sanitation and use of fresh food

MALARIASymptoms : Head ache, cold , shiveringMode of spread : MosquitoesPreventive measures : Destruction of mosquitoes

SMALL POXSymptoms : Head ache , itching feelingMode of spread : Personal contactPreventive measures : Medical diagnosis & isolation

DYSENTRY

Symptoms : Latrine feelingMode of spread : Foods and drinksPreventive measures : Clinical diagnosis