As communicable disease declined in the 1960s, which key public health issue became more prominent?
A) Immunizations
B) Workplace safety
C) Cigarette smoking
D) Family planning
Ans: C
Beginning in the 1960s, as communicable diseases declined, attention turned to prevention of chronic diseases and related risk factors, such as cigarette smoking and dietary fat.
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