1. What are the main objectives of a health system? a) Provide medical care only in emergencies b) Ensure the health and well-being of the population c) Limit public health spending d) Restore and maintain health 2. How does the health system promote health? a) By limiting access to health care b) By promoting health awareness campaigns c) By increasing the cost of health care d) By offering care around the end of life
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