Housing and Public Health

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Why is housing considered a public health issue in densely populated areas like Roxbury, Massachusetts?

  • Densely populated areas make it easier for viruses to spread due to the difficulty of maintaining social distance. (correct)
  • Densely populated areas have better access to vaccines and medical resources.
  • Densely populated areas have stronger community support to combat public health issues.
  • Densely populated areas have better healthcare facilities to handle public health issues.

How does the author describe the impact of social distancing during a pandemic?

  • Social distancing is likened to having a forest where the trees are very far apart to prevent rapid spread of the virus. (correct)
  • Social distancing is described as ineffective in controlling the spread of the virus.
  • Social distancing is equated to isolating individuals completely from the virus.
  • Social distancing is compared to creating barriers to stop the spread of the virus.

Why does the author emphasize the importance of having a home?

  • Having a home allows for better community support during a pandemic.
  • Having a home ensures access to medical resources during a pandemic.
  • A home provides the necessary space for effective social distancing to prevent virus spread. (correct)
  • A home offers better protection against viruses compared to public spaces.

What makes housing a public health issue during a pandemic?

<p>The difficulty of physically separating people from the virus in crowded conditions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Covid-19 a big problem in Roxbury, Massachusetts, according to the text?

<p>The densely populated neighborhood makes it easier for the virus to spread, leading to difficulty in controlling the pandemic. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Housing in Dense Areas

Densely populated areas facilitate rapid virus transmission due to challenges in maintaining social distance.

Social Distancing

Social distancing is essential to prevent the spread of viruses by creating space between individuals.

Importance of a Home

A home provides the space needed for practicing effective social distancing, crucial in preventing virus spread.

Housing as a Public Health Issue

Crowded conditions make it difficult to physically separate people, increasing the risk of infection.

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COVID-19 in Roxbury

High population density makes it easier for viruses to spread, complicating efforts to control the pandemic.

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