Measles, hepatitis, and the common cold are examples of what type of diseases?

• A. Noncommunicable
• B. Communicable
• C. Genetic
• D. Degenerative

Answer: (B)

The key idea is whether a disease can be spread from one person to another. Measles, hepatitis, and the common cold are infectious illnesses that can be transmitted through respiratory droplets, body fluids, or contact with contaminated surfaces, so they are communicable diseases. They are not categorically noncommunicable (those don’t spread between people), not genetic (not inherited), and not degenerative (they aren’t defined by progressive deterioration due to aging). In practice, recognizing them as communicable underlines the importance of proper sanitation, sterilization, and precautions to prevent transmission in settings like salons.