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Indigenous Knowledge and Environmental Health
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What is a common characteristic of regions where people are affected by Neglected Tropical Diseases?

  • High income and economic growth
  • Access to clean water and sanitation
  • Lack of access to underlying health determinants (correct)
  • Presence of advanced medical facilities

    • What is the estimated number of people killed by Neglected Tropical Diseases worldwide every year?

  • 2 million
  • 1 million
  • 100,000
  • 534,000 (correct)

    • What is the term used to describe the summary measure of population health?

  • DALYs (correct)
  • HIV/AIDS rates
  • NTDs
  • Mortality rates

    • What is the estimated cost of treatment for most NTD mass drug administration programs per person per year?

    <p>Less than 50 cents (USD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many countries and territories are affected by at least one NTD?

    <p>149 countries and territories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the 'big three' diseases along with NTDs?

    <p>Hotez's 'gang of four'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary reason why certain diseases are considered Neglected Tropical Diseases?

    <p>They primarily affect the poorest and most marginalized areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of forced entry into a biomedical model for indigenous communities?

    <p>Pathologization of certain conditions through medicalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of Neglected Tropical Diseases that affects long-term health outcomes?

    <p>They are chronic and debilitating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a vicious cycle experienced by nations with high rates of parasitic disease?

    <p>Financial costs and long-term physical consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor in shaping NTD infection patterns?

    <p>Social factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of limited access to biomedical clinics for indigenous communities?

    <p>Worse health outcomes due to lack of access to biomedical care</p> Signup and view all the answers

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