Discuss why the difference in life expectancy for men and women has narrowed from eight years to five years since 1980
Life expectancy for men in the United States is almost 5 years lower than for women. For years it had been assumed that the difference is based on biology, but we are learning that most likely the gender gap is related to lifestyle behaviors most commonly observed in men. Around 1980, the gender gap in life expectancy was almost 8 years. The decrease in the gender gap is thought to be due to the fact that women are increasingly taking on jobs, habits, and stressors of men including drinking and employment outside the home.
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excessive potassium in the blood
Which prefix means above?
a. ante- b. epi- c. hypo- d. retro-
Which statement is correct regarding low birth weight (LBW)?
A. LBW is another term for prematurity. B. About 25% of all births in the United States in 2017 were considered LBW babies. C. About half of instances of LBW are related to poor maternal health, smoking or other maternal issues. D. Premature babies and LBW babies are equally likely to have health problems.
As a lifestyle factor that decreases cancer risk, which beneficial effect is associated with fiber consumption?
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