Lesson Note for PHE, Third (3rd) Term (Week 4) | NUE, NAPPS Scheme
Diseases: Types; Communicable & Non-Communicable
LESSON NOTE FOR PHE
Subject: Physical and Health Education (PHE)
Class: Grade 5
Week: 4
Topic: Diseases
Subtopics:
i. Types of Diseases
ii. Communicable Diseases
iii. Non-communicable Diseases
Duration: 40 minutes
Content:
1. Meaning of Disease and Sickness
- Disease: A condition that affects the normal working of the body or mind.
- Sickness: A general feeling of being unwell or ill.
Difference:
- Disease is usually diagnosed by a doctor; sickness can be a temporary feeling.
- Disease has specific causes; sickness can be caused by stress or tiredness.
2. Signs and Symptoms of Diseases
- Signs: What others can see (e.g., rash, cough, fever).
- Symptoms: What the sick person feels (e.g., pain, headache, dizziness).
3. Types of Diseases
There are two major types:
- Communicable Diseases (can spread from one person to another)
- Non-communicable Diseases (cannot spread from person to person)
4. Communicable Diseases
Definition: Diseases that can be passed from one person to another.
Examples:
- Malaria (through mosquito bites and organ transplants or blood transfusion).
- Measles
- Tuberculosis
- Cholera
How they spread:
- Through air, water, food, insects, or contact with infected people
5. Non-Communicable Diseases
Definition: Diseases that do not spread from one person to another.
Examples:
- Asthma
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
Causes:
- Poor diet
- Lack of exercise
- Hereditary (family history)
- Smoking or drinking
Class Fun (Class Work):
Draw two columns and list:
- 3 examples of communicable diseases
- 3 examples of non-communicable diseases
Home Fun (Home Work):
Differentiate between communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Instructional Materials:
- Charts showing types of diseases
- Pictures of people showing signs of sickness
Conclusion:
Diseases can be communicable or non-communicable. It is important to know the signs and symptoms so we can seek help early. Drug education helps us understand how to use medicines safely.
References:
- Basic Science and Technology for Primary Schools (PHE Section)
- National Curriculum for Primary Health Education
- WHO Children’s Health Guide (Simplified)