Epidemiology HSS 3110 Lecture 7: NTDs and Pathogens
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What type of regions are associated with NTDs?

  • Tropical and subtropical regions (correct)
  • Arctic regions
  • Desert regions
  • Temperate regions
  • Where do more than 99% of infected people with NTDs live?

  • Europe
  • 31 African countries (correct)
  • Asia
  • Australia
  • Why are NTDs called neglected?

  • Long incubation periods
  • High prevalence in developed countries
  • Lack of economic incentives for the pharmaceutical industry (correct)
  • Low impact on marginalized communities
  • Which factor makes the treatment of NTDs more complex?

    <p>Long-term disability from disfigurement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do NTDs reflect about a country's progress?

    <p>Economic development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conditions provide favorable environments for disease vectors of NTDs?

    <p>Warm temperatures and high humidity levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact do NTDs have on marginalized communities compared to developed countries?

    <p>'Poverty trap' fueling impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for NTDs being more prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions?

    <p>'Climate trap' effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

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