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Why might families in low-income neighborhoods struggle to eat healthy?

Possible answers: fewer grocery stores, higher food prices, lack of transportation, marketing of unhealthy foods.

Name one way chronic stress can affect your physical health.

It can raise blood pressure, cause headaches, weaken the immune system, or increase the risk of heart disease.

How much physical activity is recommended for teens each day? A. 30 minutes B. 60 minutes C. 90 minutes D. Only on weekends

B. 60 minutes ✅

What is mental health? A. Only how smart someone is B. How we think, feel, and act C. Just our physical well-being D. Something only doctors deal with

B. How we think, feel, and act ✅

True or False: Mental health is just as important as physical health.

TRUE

What can happen if blood pressure stays high for a long time?

heart disease, stroke, or kidney problems.

Name one chronic disease common in the U.S.

diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, Alzheimer’s, obesity

What is a food desert? A. An area with limited access to affordable, healthy food B. A place with no fast-food restaurants C. A diet program D. A region with hot weather

A. An area with limited access to affordable, healthy food ✅

What is a chronic disease? A. A disease that lasts for a long time and often can be managed but not cured B. A disease that goes away quickly C. A type of injury D. A virus

A. A disease that lasts for a long time and often can be managed but not cured ✅

What is one way a Community Health Worker builds trust with the community?

by listening actively, showing respect, maintaining confidentiality, or using clear communication.

What organ does Alzheimer’s disease affect?

The brain ✅

Name one health risk related to smoking or vaping.

lung disease, heart disease, cancer, poor circulation.

What can happen if communities don’t have programs that teach healthy eating, exercise, and disease prevention?

Higher rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic conditions.

What can YOU do as a student or future CHW to help prevent chronic disease in your community?

educate peers, promote healthy habits, connect people to resources.

Why is cultural humility important when working with different populations?

It helps CHWs understand and respect others’ beliefs, prevents assumptions, and builds stronger connections.)

True or False: Chronic diseases are responsible for most deaths in the U.S.

TRUE

True or False: People who live closer to grocery stores tend to have better overall health.

TRUE

What are 2 benefits of regular exercise?

lower blood pressure, better mood, weight management, improved focus.

Which of the following is a healthy way to cope with stress? A. Ignoring your feelings B. Overeating or skipping meals C. Exercising, journaling, or deep breathing D. Isolating yourself from others

C. Exercising, journaling, or deep breathing ✅

What can schools do to promote chronic disease prevention?

offer healthy lunches, physical activity programs, health education.

Which type of diabetes is often linked to lifestyle and diet? A. Type 1 B. Type 2 C. Type 3 D. None

B. Type 2 ✅

True or False: Chronic disease programs only help people who are already sick.

FALSE They focus on both prevention and management for everyone.

Why might someone avoid asking for help with their mental health? A. They don’t have feelings B. They are lazy C. Stigma or fear of being judged D. Because mental health problems are rare

C. Stigma or fear of being judged ✅

True or False: Exercise supports healthy brain function

TRUE

What are “social determinants of health”? A. Things like where people live, work, learn, and play that affect health B. Medical treatments C. Genetics only D. Diet choices

A. Things like where people live, work, learn, and play that affect health ✅