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Form CS328461-A Viruses or Bacteria - What's Got You Sick
What Is Form CS328461-A?
This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is a virus?
A: A virus is a tiny infectious agent that can only replicate inside the cells of a living organism.
Q: What is bacteria?
A: Bacteria are single-celled microorganisms that can be found almost everywhere.
Q: What is the difference between a virus and bacteria?
A: The main difference is that viruses require a living host to multiply and survive, whereas bacteria can reproduce on their own.
Q: How do viruses spread?
A: Viruses can spread through direct contact with an infected person, respiratory droplets, contaminated surfaces, or through vectors such as mosquitoes.
Q: How do bacteria spread?
A: Bacteria can spread through direct contact with infected individuals, contaminated food or water, insects, or from contaminated surfaces.
Q: What illnesses are caused by viruses?
A: Viruses can cause a wide range of illnesses including the common cold, flu, measles, chickenpox, and HIV/AIDS.
Q: What illnesses are caused by bacteria?
A: Bacteria can cause various infections such as strep throat, urinary tract infections, tuberculosis, pneumonia, and food poisoning.
Q: How are viral infections treated?
A: Many viral infections are self-limiting and do not have specific treatments. In some cases, antiviral medications may be prescribed.
Q: How are bacterial infections treated?
A: Bacterial infections are typically treated with antibiotics prescribed by a healthcare professional.
Q: Can vaccines prevent viral infections?
A: Yes, vaccines are available for many viral infections and can help prevent them.
Q: Can vaccines prevent bacterial infections?
A: Some vaccines can prevent bacterial infections, such as the pneumococcal and meningococcal vaccines.
Q: How can I protect myself from viral and bacterial infections?
A: Practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands frequently, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and staying up to date on vaccinations can help prevent both viral and bacterial infections.
Form Details:
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