Viral Diseases

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Three examples of viral diseases.
1.Measles. 2.HIV/AIDS. 3.Tobacco mosaic virus.
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What are viral diseases?
Diseases caused by viruses.
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How are measles spread?
The inhalation of droplets from coughs and sneezes.
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What are the main symptoms of measles?
Fever and Red skin rash.
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Is there a cure for measles?
No.
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What prevents measles?
Vaccination and Isolation of patients.
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How does HIV spread?
Through sexual contact or exchange of bodily fluids.
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What are the symptoms of HIV?
Flu-like illness. If not controlled can attack the boys immune system.
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Is there a cure for HIV?
No.
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How is HIV prevented?
Using condoms. Not sharing needles.
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How is Tobacco mosaic virus (TMV) spread?
Contact between diseased plant materials and healthy plants.Insects act as vectors.
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What are the symptoms of TMW?
It damages leaves and reduces photosynthesis
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Is there a cure for TMV?
No.
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How is the spread of TMV prevented?
Field hygiene and Pest contol.
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