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social science subjects > health and social care > health psychology > epidemiology of risk and protective factors > crowding and health
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crowding and health  

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  • The idea that close living quarters facilitates the spread of disease has long held sway in popular opinion and among public health officials. There are at least two reasons to suspect why crowding might play a role in physical health. [Source: Encyclopedia of Health and Behavior; Crowding and Health]

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