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Introduction. ............................................. 6 Airborne Diseases........................................ 9 Waterborne Diseases...................................12 Vector-Borne Diseases.................................15 Digestive System Disorders. ..........................19 Heart and Blood Disorders. ...........................22 Diseases of the Respiratory System..................25 Nervous System Disorders.............................28 Eye and Ear Problems..................................31 Oral Diseases. ...........................................35 Skin Diseases.............................................38 Immune System Diseases..............................41 Hormonal Imbalances..................................44 Allergies..................................................47 Musculoskeletal Disorders. ...........................50 Urinary System Disorders. ............................53 HIV/AIDS..................................................56 Cancers and Tumors....................................59 Genetic Disorders.......................................62 Occupational Health Hazards.........................66 Prevention and Vaccination. .........................69 Text-Dependent Questions. ..........................74 Research Projects. .....................................76 Further Reading.........................................77 Internet Resources. ....................................77 Index......................................................78

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