問題詳情

Let’s picture a huge public gathering – like the hajj to Mecca. Think of the World Cup, the Olympics, or a rockconcert. When thousands or even millions of people get together, what will be the biggest health concern? Traditionally,doctors and public health officials were most concerned about the spread of infectious diseases. Robert Steffen, aprofessor of travel medicine at the University of Zurich, says that infectious diseases are still a concern, but injuries are abigger threat at so-called mass gatherings.According to Professor Steffen, children and older people have the highest risk of injury or other health problems atmass gathering events. Children are at more risk of getting crushed in stampedes, while older people are at higher risk ofheat stroke and dying from extreme heat.Stampedes at mass gatherings have caused an estimated seven thousand deaths over the past thirty years. The design ofan area for mass gathering can play a part. There may be narrow passages or other choke points that too many people tryto use at once. The mood of a crowd can also play a part. Organizers of large gatherings need to avoid creating conditionsthat might lead to stampedes and heat stroke.So what advice does Professor Steffen have for people attending a large gathering? First, get needed vaccinationsbefore traveling. Then, stay away from any large mass of people as much as possible. Also, be careful with alcohol anddrugs, which can increase the risk of injuries.
71 Which of the following would be the most appropriate title for this passage?
(A)How to avoid mass gatherings
(B)Mass gathering: New escape skills
(C)Infectious diseases: New cures found
(D)Health risks in a crowd: Not what you may think

參考答案

答案：D
難度：適中0.4375
統計：A(5),B(5),C(8),D(14),E(0)

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