Health Problems in America
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Which of the following is an example of an infectious disease?

  • Cancer
  • Substance use
  • HIV/AIDS (correct)
  • Diabetes
  • What is the most common type of cancer in Americans?

  • Lung cancer (correct)
  • Colon cancer
  • Prostate cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • What is the main cause of elevated blood sugar in diabetes mellitus?

  • High sugar intake
  • Dysregulation of insulin (correct)
  • Lack of exercise
  • Genetic factors
  • Which major health problem has caused nearly one million deaths in the United States as of 2022?

    <p>COVID-19</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of people will be diagnosed with cancer within their lifetime?

    <p>40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of diabetes is the result of the destruction of pancreatic beta cells?

    <p>Type-1 diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the leading cause of death in Americans?

    <p>Heart disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hypertension refer to?

    <p>Elevation in blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the virus that infects helper T-cells and can cause decreased immune function?

    <p>HIV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the major health concern in America caused by increased prescription and strength of prescription opioids?

    <p>Drug abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

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