Behavioural Determinants

Question 1

Tobacco Smoking

Answer 1

increases risk of cancer, respiratory disease and cardiovascular disease
increases risk of death
can lead to conditions such as leukaemia, stroke and infertility in females

Question 2

Physical Activity

Answer 2

Reduces osteoporosis
2nd largest overall contributor to burden of disease
Inactivity leads to conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes

Question 3

Risk taking Behaviour

Answer 3

men have higher levels of testosterone

any behaviour that can lead to negative health outcomes