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What are the two sets of factors that influence an individual's health?
What are the two sets of factors that influence an individual's health?
Genetic factors and environmental factors
What is the unique aspect of the genetic make-up of an individual?
What is the unique aspect of the genetic make-up of an individual?
It cannot be altered after conception
Give an example of a disease known to be of genetic origin.
Give an example of a disease known to be of genetic origin.
Chromosomal anomalies
What is the role of medical genetics in relation to the state of health?
What is the role of medical genetics in relation to the state of health?
What important role does medical genetics play in relation to genetic screening and gene therapy?
What important role does medical genetics play in relation to genetic screening and gene therapy?
What is the definition of health based on the absence of in the genetic constitution?
What is the definition of health based on the absence of in the genetic constitution?
According to the WHO, what does 'positive health' imply?
According to the WHO, what does 'positive health' imply?
What are some examples of lifestyle determinants of health mentioned in the text?
What are some examples of lifestyle determinants of health mentioned in the text?
What evidence has accumulated regarding the association between health and lifestyle?
What evidence has accumulated regarding the association between health and lifestyle?
What is the relationship between health and lifestyle according to the text?
What is the relationship between health and lifestyle according to the text?
