Question:
Low hemoglobin levels among women remain a pervasive global health concern, often (1) _____ from nutritional deficiencies, chronic diseases, or socio-economic disparities. In many developing nations, iron-deficiency anemia (2) _____ an alarming proportion of the female population, with consequences that extend beyond fatigue to impair cognitive performance and maternal outcomes. Medical experts emphasize that anemia is often (3) insidious, progressing stealthily until severe symptoms manifest. Despite the availability of supplements and fortified foods, adherence to preventive strategies (4) ____ hampered by cultural taboos, misinformation, and healthcare. Furthermore, in many societies, menstruation and related issues are still shrouded in (5) obfuscation, limiting open dialogue and delaying early intervention. Addressing this silent epidemic requires not only medical solutions but also robust public health campaigns aimed at education and destigmatization. Bridging the gap between awareness and action is crucial to empowering women and fostering healthier generations.
What does ‘insidious’ most nearly mean here? (3)
Low hemoglobin levels among women remain a pervasive global health concern, often (1) _____ from nutritional deficiencies, chronic diseases, or socio-economic disparities. In many developing nations, iron-deficiency anemia (2) _____ an alarming proportion of the female population, with consequences that extend beyond fatigue to impair cognitive performance and maternal outcomes. Medical experts emphasize that anemia is often (3) insidious, progressing stealthily until severe symptoms manifest. Despite the availability of supplements and fortified foods, adherence to preventive strategies (4) ____ hampered by cultural taboos, misinformation, and healthcare. Furthermore, in many societies, menstruation and related issues are still shrouded in (5) obfuscation, limiting open dialogue and delaying early intervention. Addressing this silent epidemic requires not only medical solutions but also robust public health campaigns aimed at education and destigmatization. Bridging the gap between awareness and action is crucial to empowering women and fostering healthier generations.
What does ‘insidious’ most nearly mean here? (3)
Options:
- a) Sudden
- b) Deceptive
- c) Violent
- d) Predictable
- a) Sudden
- b) Deceptive
- c) Violent
- d) Predictable
correct answer : b)
Explanation:
‘Insidious’ implies proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with very harmful effects, essentially deceptive.
‘Insidious’ implies proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with very harmful effects, essentially deceptive.