Physical Disabilities and Illnesses

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

He was born with a disability that affects his ability to walk.

a group of medical signs that indicate a person is suffering from a particular disease or condition

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by intellectual disability and distinctive facial features.

a state or condition in which a part of one's body or brain does not work properly

The accident resulted in a significant impairment of his mobility.

to help or support others in doing something

The organization aids communities affected by natural disasters.

a disease that causes shortness of breath and difficulty in breathing

Asthma is a chronic lung disease characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways.

a serious disease caused by the uncontrolled growth of cells in a part of the body that may spread to other parts

She underwent chemotherapy to treat her breast cancer.

a potentially fatal illness that is acquired from consumption of water or food contaminated with particular bacteria, causing diarrhea and vomiting

The village suffered a severe cholera outbreak after the water supply became contaminated.

to continually cause someone or something difficulty, pain, or worry

Technical issues can plague the functionality of software applications.

a contagious disease that causes high fever and small red spots on the body, common in children

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that primarily affects children.

a serious medical condition in which the body is unable to regulate the blood sugar levels because it does not produce enough insulin

a contagious disease that causes a mild fever and an itchy rash with blisters, primarily affects children

an infectious disease caused by a type of virus called coronavirus that causes fever, tiredness, a cough, etc., and in some cases can kill, originated in China and later became a pandemic

COVID-19, caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, emerged as a global pandemic in early 2020.

wooziness and nausea caused by the rocking motion of a boat or ship

to rub gently or caress an animal's fur or hair

She sat on the porch, enjoying the peaceful evening as she stroked her cat's soft fur.

a medical emergency that happens when blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked, which is fatal in some cases

He felt a sharp pain in his chest and was rushed to the hospital with a suspected heart attack.

a condition in which harmful germs, such as bacteria or viruses, invade the body and cause harm, leading to symptoms such as fever, pain, and swelling

He was diagnosed with a bacterial infection in his lungs.

a sudden and intense feeling of surprise, distress, or disbelief caused by something unexpected and often unpleasant

The news of his sudden resignation came as a shock to everyone in the office.

connected to the parts of the DNA in cells, called genes, that determine hereditary traits

Genetic testing can provide insights into an individual's risk of developing certain diseases.

resulting in death

The car accident caused fatal injuries to the driver, resulting in their death at the scene.

to prevent someone or something from being able to perform a specific action or function

Governments may disable specific services during times of crisis for public safety.

a condition that impairs a person's mental or physical functions

the state or condition of being totally or partially unable to hear

Deafness can occur at any stage of life.

the condition or state of being completely or partially unable to see

He was born with congenital blindness and has never seen light or color.

a potentially severe bacterial disease that primarily affects the lungs and causes swellings to appear on them or other parts of the body

particular requirements that a person has, especially an individual with physical, emotional, or mental disability