Which of the following diseases is not spread by casual physical contact?a)Syphilisb)AIDSc)Both 1 & 2d)Neither 1 nor 2Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

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Explanation:

Syphilis:
- Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.
- It is primarily spread through sexual contact with an infected person, such as vaginal, anal, or oral sex.
- It can also be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy or childbirth.
- Casual physical contact like hugging, kissing, or sharing utensils does not spread syphilis.

AIDS:
- AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
- HIV is primarily spread through unprotected sex, sharing needles, and from mother to child during childbirth or breastfeeding.
- Casual physical contact like hugging, kissing, touching, or sharing food does not transmit HIV.
- It is important to note that HIV cannot survive for long outside the human body, making casual transmission unlikely.

Conclusion:
- Both syphilis and AIDS are serious diseases that are primarily spread through specific modes of transmission, such as sexual contact or blood exposure.
- Casual physical contact like touching, hugging, or sharing food does not lead to the transmission of these diseases.
- Therefore, the correct answer is option C, which states that neither syphilis nor AIDS are spread by casual physical contact.

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