Which of the following defines community health?
A) The health status of a defined group within a population
B) The health outcomes of a group of individuals including the distribution of the outcomes within the group
C) A health problem perceived by the public
D) It cannot be defined, as it differs for each study

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Community health has traditionally referred to the health status of a defined group within the population and the actions and conditions that improve and protect the health of the community. Population health has been defined as the health outcomes of a group of individuals, including the distribution of such outcomes within the group, a definition that focuses on the implicit goal of improving health outcomes in the concept population health.

Which of the Following Defines Community Health