Which of the following is a commonly used measure of aggregate disease burden?

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The disability adjusted life year (DALY) is a commonly used measure of aggregate disease burden, as it takes into account both mortality and morbidity by combining years of life lost due to premature death and years lived with disability. Years of potential life lost (YPLL) only takes into account premature death, while morbidity rate and life expectancy only focus on one aspect of disease burden.

Which of the Following Is a Commonly Used Measure of Aggregate