Asked by Monica Kaufman on Sep 30, 2024
To which of the following factors is the overall lower life expectancy of Hispanic Americans MOST attributed?
A) The much higher likelihood of Hispanic Americans for development of obesity
B) The much higher likelihood of Hispanic Americans to develop Type 2 diabetes
C) The much higher likelihood of Hispanic Americans in developing hypertension
D) The much higher likelihood of Hispanic American young men for violent death
Life Expectancy
The average period that an individual is expected to live, based on statistical averages of age, gender, and other demographic factors.
Hispanic Americans
People in the United States who originate from Spanish-speaking countries, predominantly in Latin America.
Obesity
A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation that presents a risk to health, leading to various diseases and conditions.
- Investigate the inequalities in health linked to racial or ethnic backgrounds, educational levels, and age demographics.
Learning Objectives
- Investigate the inequalities in health linked to racial or ethnic backgrounds, educational levels, and age demographics.