Question

Which one of the following has a long term effect on the health of an individual ?

• A. Common cold
• B. Chicken pox
• C. Chewing tobacco
• D. Stress.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Chewing tobacco

The correct option is C.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Tobacco is a silent killer that has reaching consequences for human health. Chewing tobacco raises the chance of lung cancer which is a chronic condition that has long-term consequences for a person.
2. Chronic condition: Disease that lasts for a longer period.

Explanation of incorrect option:

Option A:

1. Common cold is a viral infection usually caused by rhinovirus in which symptoms can only last up to 7 to 10 days

Option B:

1. Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus which is highly contagious and the symptoms may last up to 5 to 10 days. Chickenpox can be prevented by taking vaccination

Option D:

1. Stress is a natural human emotion that affects everyone. Every human body is built to recognize and respond to changes and difficulties in life so, stress does not have a long term effect on the health of the individual

Final answer: Chewing tobacco will have long-term effects on the health of an individual.