Which key factors contribute to the rise of noncommunicable diseases in low- and middle-income countries? (Select all that apply.)
A) Tobacco use
B) Insufficient physical activity
C) Unclean water
D) High blood pressure
E) Lack of contraceptive use
Ans: A, B, D
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Key factors in the rise of noncommunicable diseases include the following: tobacco use, insufficient physical activity, harmful use of alcohol, unhealthy diet, high blood pressure, overweight and obesity, high cholesterol, and cancer-associated infections. Unclean water and lack of contraceptive use are risk factors for communicable diseases, such as Legionnaires' disease and HIV, respectively.
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