Prevention of Diseases: Practice Questions

To prevent the transmission of diseases during sickness, which of the following personal habits is most important?

Regarding the use and storage of medicine, which of the following practices is correct for maintaining safety and effectiveness?

Online gaming addiction is identified as a common mental health problem that can impact one's well-being. Which of the following is a direct negative consequence of this addiction and a corresponding effective preventive strategy?

When a student is feeling unwell and needs medical advice, which of the following is considered the most appropriate action according to health guidelines?

In Hong Kong, environmental hygiene is closely linked to the prevention of diseases. Which of the following is a major environmental concern mentioned in the syllabus that requires community-wide solutions?

Childhood obesity is becoming a significant health concern in many communities, and it can lead to various long-term health issues. Separately, issues with environmental hygiene, such as mosquito and rodent infestations, also pose risks by spreading different types of diseases.

(a) Name two common health problems that a child might develop if they suffer from obesity.

(b) Suggest two specific and practical lifestyle changes a primary school student can adopt in their daily life to prevent becoming obese.

(c) Explain how addressing environmental hygiene problems like mosquito and rodent infestations in a community helps in preventing diseases. Provide one example of a disease that can be spread by these pests and how controlling them prevents it.