To explain:
The ways in which respiratory diseases affect the function of the respiratory system; the causes, symptoms, and mode of transmission of respiratory diseases; who are all more susceptible to respiratory diseases; and vaccines, diagnostic tests, and treatment strategies to treat respiratory diseases.
Concept introduction:
Disease is defined as an abnormal condition of the body that disrupts the important physical and physiological functions of the body. Disease is caused by improper diet, lack of exercise, and various infectious agents that are present in nature, toxic substances, genetic disorders, depression, and stress, which play roles in illness and disturb the normal functioning of the body.
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