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What was the major cause of death before the innovations in vaccines and antibiotics?
Infectious disease
What is the scope of the new public health?
Comprehensive, encompassing all activities that reduce disease burden and improve health
What was the major focus of public health in the 1970s?
Studies of the impact of diet and smoking on chronic diseases
Test your knowledge on the foundation of public health organizations during the second half of the 19th and first half of the 20th centuries. Explore the development of sanitation and food control by municipal and higher levels of government, the establishment of organized local public health offices, and the improvements in vaccination technology. Discover how these efforts resulted in improved public health standards, reduced mortality rates, and increased longevity. Challenge yourself and learn about the crucial role of medical practitioners during this period.
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