Combined Science GCSE
Factors affecting health
What Factors affecting health means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Factors affecting health
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Communicable diseases, non-communicable diseases, diet, stress, life situations and access to healthcare all interact to affect health.
Topics that use Factors affecting health
- Health issues (AQA GCSE)
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- Diet and health
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