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Health in general. What is health, vocabulary related with health, and health care systems.(Made by Fernando Arévalo).

WHAT IS HEALTH As defined by World Health Organization (WHO), it is a "State of complete physical, mental, and social well being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." Health is a dynamic condition resulting from a body's constant adjustment and adaptation in response to stresses and changes in the environment for maintaining an inner equilibrium called homeostasis . KEY WORDS REALATED WITH HEALTH health, nurse, to have a temperature, to get a bruise, illness, injection, to have a cough, to get burnt, disease, medicine, to have diarrhoea, to lose one's appetite, injury, pill, to have a rash, to be allergic to, blood, prescription, to feel sick, to vomit, hospital, vaccine, to feel dizzy, to hurt, doctor, to take an aspirin, to faint, to swell, ...

Infectious diseases.(Made by Fernando Arévalo and Juan Pablo Castro).

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Infectious diseases kill more people worldwide than any other single cause. Infectious diseases are ca used by germs. Germs are tiny living things that are found everywhere - in air, soil and water. You can get infected by touching, eating , drinking or breathing something that contains a germ. Germs can also spread through animal and insect bites, kissing and sexual contact. Vaccines, proper hand washing and medicines can help prevent infections. There are four main kinds of germs: Bacteria - one-celled germs that multiply quickly and may release chemicals which can make you sick Viruses - capsules that contain genetic material, and use your own cells to multiply Fungi - primitive plants, like mushrooms or mildew Protozoa - one-celled animals that use other living things for food and a place to live Cholera: Cholera is a disease spread mostly through contaminated drinking water and unsanitary conditions. It is endemic in the Indian subcontinent, R...

Health related with the organ systems in charge of nutrition.(Made by Juan Pablo Castro).

Digestive system A balanced diet and regular exercise are the keys to good health, but did you know these lifestyle habits can also help regulate your digestive tract? For better digestive tract health, make these changes to your diet: Eat plenty of fiber; think fruit, vegetables, and whole grains. Eat three to five servings of fish each week. Stay well hydrated — water is best. Avoid high-fat, processed, and fried foods. Respiratory system: You can promote respiratory health in many ways beyond not smoking. Whether using these strategies preventatively or to reduce symptoms of a condition such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, you can make a positive difference in the health of your respiratory system. -Exercise regularly -Eat a diet rich in nutrients necessary for a healthy respiratory system. -Drink plenty of water to help thin mucus secretions that accumulate in your lungs, facilitating easier breathing. Circulatory system:  It is i...

Mental health.(Made by Pablo Comendador).

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Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from   childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Over the course of your life, if you experience mental health problems, your thinking, mood, and behavior could be affected. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including: ·          Biological factors, such as genes or brain chemistry ·          Life experiences, such as trauma or abuse ·          Family history of mental health problems Bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is a mental health problem that mainly affects your mood. If you have bipolar disorder, you are likely to have times where you experience: manic or hypomanic episodes...

Health related with the musculoskeletal system, the importance of exercising and keeping fit.(Made by Pablo Comendador).

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The musculoskeletal system provides form, support, stability, and movement to the body. It is made up of the bones of the skeleton, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joints, and other connective tissue that supports and binds tissues and organs together. The musculoskeletal system provides form, support, stability, and movement to the body. It is made up of the bones of the skeleton, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joints, and other connective tissue that supports and binds tissues and organs together. The Benefits of Exercise There are many benefits of regular exercise and maintaining fitness and these include: Exercise increases energy levels.Exercise improves both the strength and the efficiency of your cardiovascular system to get the oxygen and nutrients to your muscles.  When your cardiovascular system works better everything seems easier and you have more energy for the fun stuff in life.Exercise improves muscle strength.Staying active...