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What is the primary difference between the terms 'epidemic' and 'outbreak' in terms of geographic distribution?

An outbreak is a larger geographic distribution, while an epidemic is a smaller one.

An outbreak is a type of illness, while an epidemic is a health-related event.

An outbreak is a smaller geographic distribution, while an epidemic is a larger one. (correct)

An outbreak is a type of health-related event, while an epidemic is a type of illness.

What was the primary cause of cholera in the early 1800s in London, according to common belief?

Poor hygiene practices

Lack of medical care

Bad air from rotting organic matter (correct)

Contaminated water supply

What is the term for the result of a medical condition that directly affects the length or quality of a person’s life?

Health disease

Health outcome (correct)

Health event

Health epidemic

What is the primary contribution of John Snow to the field of public health?

Tracing the source of cholera outbreaks Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of public health?

To provide maximum benefit for the largest number of people Signup and view all the answers

What is an epidemic or outbreak?

An occurrence in a community or region of cases of an illness clearly in excess of normal expectancy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the Ten Essential Public Health Services involves ensuring that the public is aware of health concerns and empowered to take action?

Inform, Educate, Empower Signup and view all the answers

What is a health determinant?

A factor that contributes to the generation of a trait Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of clinical care?

Prevention, treatment, and management of illness Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of organized community efforts in public health?

To enable every citizen to realize their birthright of health and longevity Signup and view all the answers