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What percentage of noncommunicable disease (NCD) deaths does CVD represent in the Americas?
What percentage of noncommunicable disease (NCD) deaths does CVD represent in the Americas?
- 50%
- 38% (correct)
- 25%
- 62%
How many deaths per year are caused by CVD in the Americas?
How many deaths per year are caused by CVD in the Americas?
- 1.6 million (correct)
- 2 million
- 1 million
- 500,000
What was the percentage decline in mortality due to CVD in the Americas from 2000 to 2007?
What was the percentage decline in mortality due to CVD in the Americas from 2000 to 2007?
- 8.3%
- 25%
- 19.2% (correct)
- 12.6%
In which income group were higher median CVD mortality rates found in the Americas?
In which income group were higher median CVD mortality rates found in the Americas?
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During which decade did premature CVD mortality rates change in the Americas?
During which decade did premature CVD mortality rates change in the Americas?
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