The generation of statistics that estimate indicators such as incidence, prevalence, morbidity, and mortality helps policy makers establish national health priorities. These numbers often reveal
1. Many communicable diseases still exist in communities.
2. Disparities in community environments.
3. More data needs to be collected to accurately assess communities.
4. 45 clinical preventive services are needed.
ANS: 2
Understanding inequalities is a critical first step in identifying needs, setting priorities, and designing effective programs and policies.
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