Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. There have been two reported cases in the United States of the HIV virus being transmitted via casual contact, such as sharing bathrooms and kitchens, or hugging.
2. You can pick up germs by touching doorknobs, counters, and other objects.
3. By being vigilant and taking steps to reduce the spread of disease, we can eliminate infectious diseases within the next few decades.
4. The term cardiovascular disease covers abnormalities of the heart and blood vessels.
5. Over the last 30 years, the death rate from cardiovascular disease has increased.


1. FALSE
2. TRUE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. FALSE

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