Answer the following questions in a double-spaced, 2-3 page response (Times New Roman, 12-point font).
Respiratory infections affect structures of the airways and the lungs. They can cause chronic disease or clear up with little to no treatment.
What is the reason why many respiratory infections such as colds and the flu are more common in colder months?
Do various types of pneumonia seem to have a preference for the individuals they infect? Which of the respiratory system diseases are preventable by vaccination?
In addition to responding to these questions, research the COVID-19 virus using outside resources and answer the following questions.
Why was the COVID-19 virus able to rapidly spread compared to other respiratory diseases? Why are the new variants of the COVID-19 virus a cause for concern?
