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What is called the impact of a health problem as measured by financial cost, mortality, morbidity, or other indicators?
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What is called the impact of a health problem as measured by financial cost, mortality, morbidity, or other indicators?

A.

Disease estimates

B.

Disability measure

C.

Illness measurement

D.

Disease burden

Correct option is D

The impact of a health problem as measured by financial cost, mortality, morbidity, or other indicators is called disease burden. It is often expressed in terms of DALYs (Disability-Adjusted Life Years), combining years of life lost due to premature death and years lived with disability.

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  1. The Global Burden of Disease Study (GBD) provides comprehensive data on disease burden worldwide.
  2. Major contributors to the global disease burden include cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and respiratory infections.
  3. Disease burden analysis helps policymakers prioritize health interventions.
  4. India's top disease burdens include diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and malnutrition-related disorders.

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