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Noncommunicable Diseases Answers

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Which disease has symptoms including fragile bones and a stooped posture?

A
osteoporosis
B
celiac disease
C
type 2 diabetes
D
sickle cell disease
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Which disease may be caused by an unhealthy lifestyle?

A
osteoporosis
B
sickle cell disease
C
Huntington’s disease
D
lupus
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Which practice can help prevent many diseases?

A
eating foods rich in gluten
B
getting blood transfusions
C
avoiding tobacco products
D
taking calcium supplements
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Which lifestyle choice may contribute to the development of noncommunicable diseases?

A
taking the stairs
B
eating fast food
C
exercising regularly
D
eating fruits and vegetables
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Which is a factor that influences the onset of type 2 diabetes?

A
ingestion of gluten
B
presence of microbes
C
alcohol intake
D
insulin resistance
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Heidi has started smoking. Which disease is she at risk of developing?

A
lupus
B
cancer
C
type 2 diabetes
D
sickle cell disease
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Which factor contributes to the development of osteoporosis?

A
genetics
B
lack of calcium
C
naturally occurring exposure
D
ingestion of gluten products
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Which is a factor that influences the development of cardiovascular disease?

A
smoking
B
growth of bacteria
C
lack of calcium
D
sun exposure
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Which is a symptom that is common in people with sickle cell disease?

A
mood disturbances
B
fragile bones
C
stooped posture
D
frequent infections
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Sanji stops exercising and gains several pounds. Which disease is she at risk of developing?

A
celiac disease
B
sickle cell disease
C
Huntington’s disease
D
cardiovascular disease

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