When we are healthy , we feel well. Illness is the opposite When we are healthy , we feel well. Illness is the opposite of health ,we feel bad . Symtoms tell us that our bodies of health ,we feel bad . Symtoms tell us that our bodies are ill. are ill.

healthy ill

- Sleep 8 or 9 hours every nigth and rest when we are tired-Eat a balanced diet-Eat 3 or 5 meals a day and always eat breakfast -Wash our hands before meals and have a shower every day-Breathe fresh air, avoid places with smoke -We must brush our teeth after every meal

Non infectious illnesses have different causes .Non infectious illnesses have different causes . Infectious illnesses are caused by harmful bacteria or Infectious illnesses are caused by harmful bacteria or

viruses.they can be contagious or non-contagious .viruses.they can be contagious or non-contagious . An illness is contagious when an ill person transmits the An illness is contagious when an ill person transmits the

illness to a healthy one : flu, for exampleillness to a healthy one : flu, for example Non contagious illnesses : tetanusNon contagious illnesses : tetanus

bacteria

Pathogenic micro-organisms can enter our bodies in different Pathogenic micro-organisms can enter our bodies in different ways: ways:

Through the respiratory system, when we cough.Through the respiratory system, when we cough. Through the digestive system, when we eat contaminated Through the digestive system, when we eat contaminated

food.food. Through cuts in the skin. (Through cuts in the skin. (By: Marta Torres, 6ºA)By: Marta Torres, 6ºA)