An Epidemic Usually Refers to a Situation in Which

question 3

Multiple Choice

An epidemic usually refers to a situation in which

• A) many people die from a disease.
• B) a disease receives greater publicity.
• C) the mortality rate of a disease increases.
• D) the incidence rate of a disease has increased rapidly.

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Definitions:

EEG Machine

A device used to record electrical activity of the brain by placing electrodes on the scalp, commonly used in the diagnosis of neurological conditions.

Endocrine Glands

Glands in the body that release hormones directly into the bloodstream, regulating various bodily functions.

Hormones

Chemical substances produced by glands in the body that regulate the activity of cells or organs, affecting physical functions and behavior.

Bloodstream

The flowing blood within the circulatory system of a body, delivering nutrients and oxygen to cells and removing waste products.