The Major Causes of Disability and Death in the US

question 61

Multiple Choice

The major causes of disability and death in the US are currently:

• A)smoking and accidents.
• B)HIV/AIDS and infectious diseases.
• C)heart disease and cancer.
• D)diabetes and obesity.

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