Which of the following is the most probable cause of the increase in new emerging infectious diseases?
a. Activities or behavior of humans, including changes in the environment
b. Increasing urbanization and growth in new housing materials
c. New infectious agents are evolving throughout the world
d. Overpopulation in many areas, creating a need to reduce global population
ANS: A
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