Which Three Core Public Health Functions Specified by the CDCP

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which three core public health functions specified by the CDCP must health agencies and departments perform in order to protect health, wellness, and quality of life and prevent disease, injury, disability, and death?

• A) Partnerships, health issues, resources
• B) Assessment, policy development, assurance
• C) Public health policies, programs, practices
• D) Health concerns, data, outcomes

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Definitions:

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Transdermal

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