Asked by Dulce Medina on Jul 15, 2024
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What is HIV/AIDS considered?
A) an epidemic
B) a pandemic
C) a sick role
D) a rescission
Pandemic
An epidemic of an infectious disease that has spread across a large region, for instance multiple continents or worldwide, affecting a substantial number of people.
Epidemic
A widespread occurrence of an infectious disease within a community or region over a specific period.
Sick Role
The actions and attitudes that society expects from someone who is ill.
- Understanding the function of epidemiologists in analyzing and reacting to disease proliferation.
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Godfrey NdlovuJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
HIV/AIDS is considered a pandemic because it has spread across the world and continues to affect a large percentage of the global population. While epidemics are also characterized by widespread distribution of disease, they are typically more geographically contained and less severe in terms of their overall impact. HIV/AIDS, on the other hand, has had a significant impact on healthcare systems, economies, and social structures around the world, making it a true pandemic.
Learning Objectives
- Understanding the function of epidemiologists in analyzing and reacting to disease proliferation.