What Are Diseases?

🩺 First: What Are Diseases?

Diseases are abnormal conditions that affect the body or mind and may be:

• Infectious diseases: Transmitted from one person to another (such as influenza, COVID-19, tuberculosis).

• Non-infectious diseases: Do not spread from person to person (such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer).

• Chronic diseases: Long-lasting or lifelong conditions (such as asthma, rheumatoid arthritis).

• Acute diseases: Appear suddenly and last for a short period.

🛡️ Second: How to Protect Ourselves? (Prevention is Better than Cure)

✅ 1. Personal Hygiene

• Regular hand washing.

• Covering the mouth when coughing or sneezing.

• Using personal items (towels, toothbrushes, etc.).

✅ 2. Healthy Nutrition

• Eat vegetables and fruits regularly.

• Reduce saturated fats and sugars.

• Drink enough water daily.

✅ 3. Physical Activity

• Exercise for 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week.

✅ 4. Good Sleep

• Sleep 7 to 9 hours daily to boost immunity and restore energy.

✅ 5. Avoid Harmful Habits

• Avoid smoking and alcohol.

• Limit processed and heavily fried foods.

✅ 6. Regular Check-Ups

• Undergo regular medical tests and screenings for early disease detection.

✅ 7. Vaccinations

• Receive vaccinations according to age (such as flu vaccine, hepatitis, COVID-19).

🧠 Final Tip:

Prevention starts with awareness and knowledge. Taking care of your health today ensures a safer and healthier tomorrow for you and your family.