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Do you think that disease is caused more by heredity or by environmental factors?

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This solution discusses if disease is caused more by heredity or by environmental factors. APA references are included.

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While genetics play a part in disease, environmental factors play a larger role. Consider chronic disease: diabetes, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and cancer are by far the "leading cause of mortality in the world, representing 63 percent of all deaths" (World Health Organization, 2012). Much of the pain, suffering and ultimately death from these diseases, however, can be prevented through a change in behavioral patterns, thus adjusting the environment. The Wall Street Journal (April 17, 2012) estimates that ten minutes of brisk exercise a ...

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