Which of the following is TRUE about CVD?

A. CVD is a single disease that affects the heart and blood vessels.
B. Inflammation is not an important factor in CVD.
C. Uncontrollable primary risk factors for CVD are more important than uncontrollable primary ones.
D. CVD is a collection of many diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels.
E. Obesity is the most critical manageable risk factor for the U.S. population.


D. CVD is a collection of many diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels.

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