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Some diseases last for a short period of time and/or come on very quickly. These are called Acute Diseases. eg Chest Infection

Others last for a longer period of time and/or come on gradually over a long period of time. These are called Chronic Diseases eg - Arthritis

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Some diseases last for a short period of time and/or come on very quickly. These are called Acute Diseases. eg Chest Infection

Others last for a longer period of time and/or come on gradually over a long period of time. These are called Chronic Diseases eg - Arthritis

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