What were the major causes of U.S. mortality
1, What were the major causes of U.S. mortality in the last 100 years, and what public health
measures most contributed to improvements in the health of the nation? Include at least two
source citations from the readings and/or additional sources to support your answer.
2. What are the major causes of disease and death in the 21st century (e.g., chronic
illnesses, communicable diseases, etc.) that continue to affect U.S. citizens in spite of the
achievements in public health in the past century? What have been some of the strategies
implemented to combat these illnesses on the local and national levels? Have they been
successful? Include reference citations where appropriate.
illnesses, communicable diseases, etc.) that continue to affect U.S. citizens in spite of the
achievements in public health in the past century? What have been some of the strategies
implemented to combat these illnesses on the local and national levels? Have they been
successful? Include reference citations where appropriate.
