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Which of the following statements is not true about health scenario in Kerala ?

AMorbidity in Kerala is one of the highest in India

BBihar is having morbidity rate lower than Kerala

CCommunicable diseases dominates in the morbidity pattern of Kerala

DMaternal mortality rate in Kerala is one of the lowest in India

Answer:

C. Communicable diseases dominates in the morbidity pattern of Kerala

Read Explanation:

  • Historically, Kerala successfully controlled many communicable diseases, shifting its focus to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, which were once thought to be the dominant morbidity pattern.

  • However, in recent years, there has been a significant resurgence and emergence of communicable diseases.


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