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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


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