Impoverished children who live in developing countries have a high risk of dying from
A. developing an autoimmune disease, including type 1 diabetes.
B. being born with diverticulosis.
C. contacting an infectious disease, especially measles.
D. consuming too much added fat and sugar.
Answer: C
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