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What is the primary difference between the terms 'epidemic' and 'outbreak' in terms of geographic distribution?
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?
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?
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?
What is the primary contribution of John Snow to the field of public health?
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What is the primary goal of public health?
What is the primary goal of public health?
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What is an epidemic or outbreak?
What is an epidemic or outbreak?
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Which of the Ten Essential Public Health Services involves ensuring that the public is aware of health concerns and empowered to take action?
Which of the Ten Essential Public Health Services involves ensuring that the public is aware of health concerns and empowered to take action?
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What is a health determinant?
What is a health determinant?
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What is the focus of clinical care?
What is the focus of clinical care?
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What is the goal of organized community efforts in public health?
What is the goal of organized community efforts in public health?
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