In industrialized nations, childhood diseases have declined dramatically during the past half century, largely as a result of
A) generous government nutrition programs.
B) government-funded health care.
C) widespread immunization of infants and young children.
D) a reduction in the number of viral and bacterial infections worldwide.

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The widespread immunization of infants and young children has been one of the primary contributors to the decline of childhood diseases in industrialized nations. This has been achieved through the introduction of vaccines against infectious diseases such as measles, mumps, and polio, greatly reducing the incidence of these diseases. The other options, while potentially beneficial, have not had the same direct impact on childhood disease rates.

In Industrialized Nations, Childhood Diseases Have Declined Dramatically During the Past