Question

Which of the following statements about the top ten great public health achievements of the 20th century is TRUE?

a. Deaths from infectious diseases have been eliminated Injury deaths have greatly increased.
b. Deaths from heart disease and stroke have been greatly reduced.
c. There have been no changes in maternal and child health.

Answer 1

b. Deaths from heart disease and stroke have been greatly reduced.

Step-by-step explanation:

Since the 50's, there has been a more than half reduction in death rates from cardiovascular disease. Fighting these diseases was a priority because they were the leading cause of death at the time.

Dietary changes, reduced tobacco use and improvements in health care systems (for faster detection and more effective treatment) were key factors in reducing the risk of death from heart disease.