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Disease Prevention and Control

HIV attacks the cell…

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Objectives

1. Describe risk factors and behaviors which influence the contraction and/or transmission of communicable diseases and/or infections.

2. Describe risk factors and behaviors which influence the contraction and/or transmission of non-communicable diseases and/or infections.

3. Recognize and describe the symptoms, the effects on the body, the treatment, and the prevention of HIV/AIDS.

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Objective 1: How do sexual behaviors and practices influence the contraction of HIV/AIDS and STIs?

Abstinence Monogamy Use of condoms Sexual interests

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Objective 1: How do other behaviors and practices influence the contraction of HIV/AIDS and STIs?

Alcohol and drug use Sharing needles (piercings, drugs, tattoos) Mother to childEnvironmental exposure

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Objective 2: Controllable versus uncontrollable risk factors and the contraction of non-communicable diseases

Family history Life style choices Environment Regular behaviors

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Objective 2: Preventing the contraction and development of non-communicable diseases and/or illnesses

• Regular medical check-ups • Immunizations and screening • Diet and weight management • Exercise and rest • Environmental exposure • Positive/healthy regular behaviors

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Objective 3

1. List specific symptoms of HIV/AIDS 2. Explain the progression from HIV to AIDS 3. Describe the effects of HIV/AIDS on the

body, including the immune system4. State ways to prevent HIV/AIDS5. Examine various modes of treatment