Problem 2
What are three actions you would take to reduce the global threats to human health and life from (a) tuberculosis, (b) HIV/AIDS, and (c) malaria?
Problem 4
Workers in a number of industries are exposed to higher levels of various toxic substances than are the general public. Should workplace levels allowed for such chemicals be reduced? What economic effects might this have?
Problem 6
What are the three major risks you face from (a) your lifestyle, (b) the area where you live, and (c) what you d for a living? Which of these risks are voluntary and which are involuntary? List three steps you could take to reduce these risks. Which of these steps do you already take or plan to take?
Problem 8
Congratulations! You are in charge of the world. List the three most important features of your program to reduce the risks from exposure to (a) infectious disease organisms and (b) toxic and hazardous chemicals.
Problem 10
List two questions that you would like to have answered as a result of reading this chapter.