CHAPTER 8
HEALTH AND DISEASE
CHAPTER AT A GLANCE
- Health is not just about being free from illness or being in good physical shape. It can be defined as a state of complete well-being, including physical, mental, and social dimensions. To preserve good health, it is essential to maintain a balanced diet, practice personal hygiene, and engage in regular exercise.
- Health can be influenced by:
- Genetic disorders – conditions present at birth or inherited from parents;
- Infections;
- Lifestyle factors such as diet, hydration, sleep, exercise, and personal habits.
- When one or more organs or bodily systems malfunction, leading to the emergence of various signs and symptoms, we are considered unhealthy, indicating the presence of a disease.
- Diseases can ...
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