Monsoon and Public Health

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Which of the following is NOT a common disease associated with the monsoon season?

  1. Malaria

  2. Dengue

  3. Typhoid

  4. Pneumonia


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pneumonia is typically associated with cold weather, not the monsoon season.

The monsoon season in India typically lasts from:

  1. June to September

  2. July to October

  3. August to November

  4. September to December


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The monsoon season in India typically begins in June and lasts until September.

Which of the following is NOT a common vector for disease transmission during the monsoon season?

  1. Mosquitoes

  2. Flies

  3. Ticks

  4. Fleas


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ticks are not typically associated with disease transmission during the monsoon season.

What is the primary cause of the monsoon season in India?

  1. The Coriolis Effect

  2. The Intertropical Convergence Zone

  3. The El NiƱo-Southern Oscillation

  4. The Indian Ocean Dipole


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Intertropical Convergence Zone is the primary cause of the monsoon season in India.

Which of the following is NOT a common public health concern during the monsoon season?

  1. Waterborne diseases

  2. Airborne diseases

  3. Foodborne diseases

  4. Heat-related illnesses


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heat-related illnesses are typically associated with hot weather, not the monsoon season.

What is the most common cause of waterborne diseases during the monsoon season?

  1. Contaminated drinking water

  2. Flooding

  3. Sewage leaks

  4. Animal waste


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Contaminated drinking water is the most common cause of waterborne diseases during the monsoon season.

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of airborne diseases during the monsoon season?

  1. Respiratory infections

  2. Influenza

  3. Tuberculosis

  4. Measles


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Measles is typically associated with close contact with an infected person, not the monsoon season.

What is the most common cause of foodborne diseases during the monsoon season?

  1. Contaminated food

  2. Spoiled food

  3. Undercooked food

  4. Raw food


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Contaminated food is the most common cause of foodborne diseases during the monsoon season.

Which of the following is NOT a common public health intervention during the monsoon season?

  1. Vaccination

  2. Sanitation

  3. Vector control

  4. Education


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Education is not typically considered a public health intervention during the monsoon season.

What is the most effective way to prevent waterborne diseases during the monsoon season?

  1. Boiling water

  2. Using a water filter

  3. Adding chlorine to water

  4. Storing water in a clean container


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Boiling water is the most effective way to prevent waterborne diseases during the monsoon season.

Which of the following is NOT a common way to control vectors during the monsoon season?

  1. Using insecticides

  2. Using mosquito nets

  3. Draining standing water

  4. Removing breeding sites


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Using insecticides is not typically considered a common way to control vectors during the monsoon season.

What is the most effective way to prevent foodborne diseases during the monsoon season?

  1. Cooking food thoroughly

  2. Washing fruits and vegetables

  3. Avoiding raw or undercooked food

  4. Storing food properly


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cooking food thoroughly is the most effective way to prevent foodborne diseases during the monsoon season.

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of malaria?

  1. Fever

  2. Chills

  3. Headache

  4. Muscle pain


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Muscle pain is not typically a common symptom of malaria.

What is the most effective way to prevent dengue fever?

  1. Using mosquito repellent

  2. Wearing long sleeves and pants

  3. Staying indoors during peak mosquito hours

  4. Using a mosquito net


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Using mosquito repellent is the most effective way to prevent dengue fever.

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of typhoid fever?

  1. Fever

  2. Headache

  3. Nausea

  4. Vomiting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vomiting is not typically a common symptom of typhoid fever.

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