Some epidemiologists are not convinced they are seeing a stage 5 in the epidemiologic transition. What counterargument do these researchers offer?
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A stage 5 epidemiologic transition could only occur after all countries on Earth have reached stage 4.
Recent pandemics represent temporary setbacks, while disease control has improved significantly in the last century.
A stage 5 epidemiologic transition would consist of increasing incidence of lifestyle related diseases, such as cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Recent increases in infant mortality suggest many countries are shifting back to stage 1 epidemiologic transition.
There are regions experiencing NIR, which can only be achieved once a country enters stage 5.
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A stage 5 epidemiologic transition could only occur after all countries on Earth have reached stage 4.
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