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Which disorder is a single-gene disease?
Huntington's disease
Which is an uncontrollable risk factor that puts individuals at more risk for contracting a disease?
age
Which condition is caused by pathogens?
athlete's foot
Which practice can help prevent many diseases?
avoiding tobacco products
Which shows the process of making informed healthcare decisions?
awareness-choices-results
Which type of pathogen causes Lyme disease?
bacteria
How can individuals in communities prevent the global spread of hepatitis C?
by avoiding contact with others blood
How can communities aid in disease prevention?
by providing vaccination education
Heidi has started smoking. Which disease is she at risk of developing?
cancer
Sanji stops exercising and gains several pounds. Which disease is she at risk of developing?
cardiovascular disease
Which practice is part of environmental hygiene?
cleaning up spills
Which is a function of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)?
controlling disease outbreak
Jason is concerned about some health problems. Which symptoms indicate that he should consult a dentist?
dry mouth
Susan performs a breast self-exam each month. Which change might warrant a trip to a doctor for further testing?
feeling irregularities on surface of breasts
Which is a symptom that is common in people with sickle cell disease?
frequent infections
Which term refers to defined expectations of men or women in a culture?
gender roles
Pierre is having trouble getting to sleep at night. Which practice is a way to improve his problem?
getting out in the sun in the morning
Which activity is included in preventative health care?
getting regular checkups
Which treatment is used to manage the symptoms of celiac disease?
gluten-free diet
Which challenges do countries face in limiting the spread of communicable diseases?
increase of worldwide travel
Which health risk may result from tattoos?
infection
Which is a factor that influences the onset of type 2 diabetes?
insulin resistance
Which factor contributes to the development of osteoporosis?
lack of calcium
Rachel is feeling ill. Which symptom indicates that Rachel's illness is related to her ear and that she should consult a doctor?
loss of balance
Which highly communicable disease is considered a global health issue?
malaria
Nicholas's parents have not visited a physician for a few years. Which statement accurately explains why his parents should get a medical exam?
medical exams can help people live longer
What does a website ending with .org most likely indicate?
nonprofit organization
Which disease has symptoms including fragile bones and a stooped posture?
osteoporosis
Which describes the correct order of events in the spread of disease?
pathogens-exposure-sickness
Which describes the typical procedure during a dental cleaning?
scale-polish-floss
Which health risk is associated with tanning beds?
skin cancer
What sleep disorder requires a medical specialist?
sleep apnea
Which is a symptom that is typical in people who have cancer?
sores that do not heal
Which is a type of self-exam that should be conducted at home to potentially identify early signs of disease?
testicular
Why would a website for a for-profit organization most likely be an unreliable source for healthcare product information?
the organization is trying to sell the product
Which is a reason for using good hygiene practices?
to avoid social problems
Why do schools strongly recommend vaccinations?
to protect students who cannot be vaccinated with herd immunity
Which disease is related to a malfunctioning pancreas?
type 2 diabetes