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Examples of Communicable Diseases

1: Malaria

2: Tuberculosis (TB)

3: HIV/AIDS

4: Cholera

5: Typhoid fever

6: Measles

7: COVID-19

8: Hepatitis B

Role of Nurses in Communicable Diseases

1: Early detection and reporting

2: Infection prevention and control (IPC)

3: Patient education

4: Administration of medications and vaccines

5:Monitoring and documentation

6: Community health education

DISINFECTANT

A disinfectant is a chemical agent used to destroy or reduce harmful microorganisms, but not usually bacterial spores, on inanimate objects.

COMMON TYPES OF DISINFECTANT

1: Alcohols (70% ethanol, isopropyl alcohol)

2: Chlorine compounds (bleach)

3: Phenols

4: Iodine and iodophors

5: Chlorhexidine

6: Hydrogen peroxide

USES OF DISINFECTANT

1:Cleaning hospital surfaces

2: Disinfecting medical equipment

3: Wound care (some mild disinfectants)

4: Hand hygiene (some agents)

Health Benefits of Garlic

❤️ 1. Improves Heart Health
Lowers blood pressure
Reduces bad cholesterol (LDL)
Helps prevent heart attack and stroke

🩸 2. Controls Blood Sugar
Improves insulin sensitivity
Helpful for people with type 2 diabetes

🛡️ 3. Boosts Immunity
Fights infections (bacteria, viruses, fungi)
Reduces frequency of colds and flu

🔥 4. Anti-Inflammatory Effects
Reduces body inflammation
Helpful for arthritis and joint pain

🧠 5. Protects the Brain
Improves memory
May reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease

🦠 6. Improves Digestion
Promotes healthy gut bacteria
Reduces gas and bloating

🧬 7. Antioxidant Properties
Protects cells from damage
Slows ageing process

🧂 8. Detoxifies the Body
Helps the liver remove toxins
Protects against heavy metals