Question

The general principle of prevention of disease is

• A. Proper food
• B. Preventing exposure to infection
• C. Antibiotics
• D. Both A and B

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Preventing exposure to infection

While proper food can keep us healthy and fit to a large extent, it cannot keep us completely away from infections. Infections can only be avoided by preventing exposure to the microorganisms. Proper hygiene plays a critical role in the prevention of exposure to infections.