Question

which of the following statements is true?
widespread use of antibiotics has led to an increase in infectious diseases.
as more people in poorer countries are moving to cities, infectious disease is increasing.
globalization is helping to spread infectious disease.
social policies, including a prohibition of needle - exchange programs, has led to an increase in infectious diseases.
all of these are correct.

Explanation:

• Widespread antibiotic use can lead to antibiotic - resistant bacteria, which may cause more difficult - to - treat infectious diseases.
• Urbanization in poorer countries can lead to overcrowding and poor sanitation, facilitating the spread of infectious diseases.
• Globalization increases human mobility and trade, which can spread infectious diseases across regions.
• Prohibiting needle - exchange programs can increase the spread of blood - borne infectious diseases like HIV.

Answer:

E. All of these are correct.