Many Pathogenic Organisms Require Living Hosts as Reservoirs to Survive

question 12

True/False

Many pathogenic organisms require living hosts as reservoirs to survive.

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Definitions:

Health Risks

Factors or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing health problems or diseases.

Socioeconomic Gradient

The relationship between socioeconomic status (income, education, occupation) and health outcomes, often showing that higher status is associated with better health.

Health

The state of being free from illness or injury; overall physical, mental, and social well-being.

Medicalization

Is the process by which a condition or behaviour becomes defined as a medical problem requiring a medical solution.