Applied Physiology Part 15

WHAT WE HAVE LEARNED

1. The white blood cells of our body kill disease germs.

2. We catch cold by taking disease germs into our body.

3. The germs of colds are not often found in the air out of doors. They are often found in the foul air of houses.

4. If a person has a cold, he should keep away from other persons, so as to keep from spreading the sickness.

5. Cleansing the nose helps us to keep from catching cold.

6. Cleansing the teeth and the inside of the mouth removes many disease germs.

7. Adenoids and large tonsils should be taken from the throat by an operation.

8. If a person has a dangerous contagious disease, he should be quarantined.

9. Boards of health have charge of the prevention of contagious diseases.