By Laiba Ali 
In 2023, which organization announced a new initiative to combat the increasing mental health crisis in the United States, particularly among youth?
A. CDC
B. WHO
C. American Academy of Pediatrics
D. National Institutes of Health
Answer: C. American Academy of Pediatrics
2. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which US healthcare provider was the first to administer a new bivalent booster vaccine in 2022?
A. Walgreens
B. CVS Health
C. Moderna
D. Pfizer
Answer: B. CVS Health
3. Which US state became the first to implement a statewide ban on flavored e-cigarettes in 2023?
A. California
B. New York
C. Michigan
D. Massachusetts
Answer: D. Massachusetts
4. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) declared which disease eradicated in the United States in 2023?
A. Malaria
B. Polio
C. Smallpox
D. Measles
Answer: B. Polio
5. In 2024, which US agency officially banned the use of the controversial pesticide chlorpyrifos due to its potential link to neurological damage?
A. EPA
B. CDC
C. FDA
D. USDA
Answer: A. EPA
6. The 2023 Inflation Reduction Act signed into law by President Biden includes provisions for which major healthcare initiative?
A. Medicare expansion
B. Expansion of Medicaid eligibility
C. Prescription drug price negotiation for Medicare
D. Universal healthcare coverage
Answer: C. Prescription drug price negotiation for Medicare
7. In 2023, which US city became the first to offer free menstrual products in public restrooms?
A. San Francisco
B. New York City
C. Washington, D.C.
D. Chicago
Answer: B. New York City
8. Which recent law passed in the United States aims to address the growing issue of student loan debt and provides forgiveness for certain public service employees?
A. Affordable Care Act
B. American Rescue Plan
C. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act
D. Family Medical Leave Act
Answer: C. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act
9. As of 2023, which US-based pharmaceutical company announced a breakthrough gene therapy treatment for sickle cell disease?
A. Pfizer
B. Moderna
C. Gilead Sciences
D. Bluebird Bio
Answer: D. Bluebird Bio
10. In 2023, which healthcare policy reform was passed to extend health insurance coverage to millions of low-income Americans in Republican-controlled states?
A. Medicaid Expansion
B. Affordable Care Act Amendment
C. CHIP Program Enhancement
D. Medicare for All
Answer: A. Medicaid Expansion
11. What is the current recommended age for the first HPV vaccination in the United States as of 2024?
A. 11-12 years
B. 13-15 years
C. 16-18 years
D. 18-21 years
Answer: A. 11-12 years
12. The 2024 CDC guidelines recommend which of the following to address the rise in antibiotic-resistant infections?
A. Restricting the use of antibiotics in hospitals
B. Increasing flu vaccination rates
C. Establishing routine screening for infections
D. Enhancing public health surveillance systems
Answer: A. Restricting the use of antibiotics in hospitals
13. In 2023, which US state passed a law requiring all public schools to provide free sunscreen to students?
A. Florida
B. Hawaii
C. Arizona
D. California
Answer: B. Hawaii
14. Which significant healthcare act was upheld by the Supreme Court of the United States in 2023 despite challenges from multiple states?
A. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
B. Medicaid Expansion Act
C. Veterans Healthcare Improvement Act
D. Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act
Answer: A. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
15. In 2023, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a plan to reduce healthcare disparities in which of the following areas?
A. Telehealth access
B. Rural healthcare infrastructure
C. Access to mental health services
D. All of the above
Answer: D. All of the above
16. In 2024, the FDA approved the first oral medication for the treatment of which form of cancer?
A. Prostate cancer
B. Non-small cell lung cancer
C. Breast cancer
D. Melanoma
Answer: B. Non-small cell lung cancer
17. Which 2023 ruling by the US Supreme Court significantly impacted the Affordable Care Act’s birth control mandate?
A. It upheld the contraceptive coverage requirement
B. It allowed religious exceptions for employers
C. It ruled out Medicaid expansion
D. It increased the age limit for contraception coverage
Answer: B. It allowed religious exceptions for employers
18. The 2023 FDA approval of the first ever over-the-counter birth control pill is seen as a milestone in which aspect of US healthcare?
A. Reproductive rights
B. Pediatric care
C. Mental health care
D. Aging population support
Answer: A. Reproductive rights
19. In 2024, which new guideline was issued by the CDC to prevent the spread of antimicrobial-resistant infections?
A. Mandatory vaccination for healthcare workers
B. Improved sanitation protocols in healthcare settings
C. Enhanced regulation of over-the-counter antibiotics
D. Ban on the use of antibiotics in animal farming
Answer: B. Improved sanitation protocols in healthcare settings
20. In 2023, the American Medical Association (AMA) called for increased funding to address the mental health crisis among which demographic group?
A. College students
B. Veterans
C. Senior citizens
D. Healthcare workers
Answer: D. Healthcare workers
21. The Biden administration’s 2023 executive order on mental health focused on improving access to services for which specific group?
A. Children and adolescents
B. Healthcare providers
C. College students
D. Homeless populations
Answer: A. Children and adolescents
22. In 2024, which US city passed a law requiring that health insurance policies cover fertility treatments?
A. Los Angeles
B. New York City
C. Boston
D. Chicago
Answer: B. New York City
23. Which 2023 study highlighted the rising prevalence of which disease in the US, affecting primarily children and young adults?
A. Type 2 diabetes
B. Asthma
C. Autism Spectrum Disorder
D. Obesity
Answer: D. Obesity
24. In 2024, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced a new payment model aimed at improving which aspect of US healthcare?
A. Telehealth services
B. Long-term care
C. Behavioral health integration
D. Chronic disease management
Answer: C. Behavioral health integration
25. In 2023, the US Senate passed a bill to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes. This bill was part of efforts to reduce which of the following?
A. Vaping among adolescents
B. Heart disease
C. Teenage smoking
D. Cancer rates
Answer: C. Teenage smoking
26. Which 2023 health policy in the United States aims to address the issue of rising insulin prices for patients with diabetes?
A. Affordable Insulin Act
B. Medicare Part D Reform
C. Inflation Reduction Act
D. Diabetes Control and Treatment Act
Answer: C. Inflation Reduction Act
27. The 2024 American Heart Association (AHA) report highlighted a significant rise in the prevalence of which cardiovascular condition among young adults in the U.S.?
A. Hypertension
B. Atrial fibrillation
C. Coronary artery disease
D. Heart failure
Answer: A. Hypertension
28. In 2023, which US state passed a law to make mental health screenings mandatory for all high school students?
A. California
B. Florida
C. Texas
D. New York
Answer: A. California
29. In 2024, which medical technology company announced the first successful FDA-approved gene-editing treatment for inherited retinal diseases?
A. Novartis
B. CRISPR Therapeutics
C. Editas Medicine
D. Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Answer: B. CRISPR Therapeutics
30. Which U.S. organization launched a new initiative in 2023 to tackle racial and ethnic disparities in maternal health outcomes?
A. National Institutes of Health (NIH)
B. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
C. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
D. American Heart Association (AHA)
Answer: C. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
31. Which U.S. city was the first to approve a “right to repair” law for medical devices in 2023?
A. Boston
B. San Francisco
C. Washington, D.C.
D. Chicago
Answer: A. Boston
32. In 2024, the Biden administration announced a new policy to address which of the following healthcare challenges in rural areas?
A. Increased access to telehealth
B. Expansion of rural healthcare clinics
C. Improved medical insurance coverage
D. Investment in rural healthcare workforce training
Answer: B. Expansion of rural healthcare clinics
33. In 2023, which breakthrough was achieved in the field of Alzheimer’s disease treatment in the United States?
A. FDA approval of a new monoclonal antibody therapy
B. First successful gene therapy for Alzheimer’s
C. Discovery of a blood test for early-stage diagnosis
D. Introduction of a universal vaccine for Alzheimer’s
Answer: A. FDA approval of a new monoclonal antibody therapy
34. Which 2023 public health initiative in the U.S. focused on combating the opioid crisis by distributing naloxone without a prescription?
A. Overdose Prevention Act
B. Naloxone Access Program
C. Harm Reduction Act
D. Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
Answer: B. Naloxone Access Program
35. Which U.S. government agency recently announced a policy to restrict the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors in 2023?
A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
B. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
C. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
D. National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Answer: B. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
36. In 2023, the U.S. government expanded its efforts to address climate change’s impact on health, specifically through the reduction of which public health issue?
A. Respiratory diseases
B. Heat-related illnesses
C. Infectious diseases
D. Cancer rates
Answer: B. Heat-related illnesses
37. In 2023, which U.S. healthcare provider began offering free genetic testing for patients at risk of hereditary cancers?
A. Kaiser Permanente
B. Mayo Clinic
C. Cleveland Clinic
D. CVS Health
Answer: A. Kaiser Permanente
38. Which U.S. state passed a law in 2024 that allows healthcare workers to opt out of certain procedures based on religious or moral beliefs, specifically regarding reproductive health services?
A. Texas
B. Mississippi
C. California
D. Kentucky
Answer: B. Mississippi
39. In 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a new program aimed at improving mental health care access for which population?
A. Veterans
B. Children and adolescents
C. Rural communities
D. College students
Answer: C. Rural communities
In 2024, which state in the US was the first to enact a nationwide ban on the use of fossil fuels in all newly constructed healthcare facilities?
A. California
B. New York
C. Colorado
D. Oregon
Answer: A. California
Which drug’s 2023 FDA-approved over-the-counter form is anticipated to have a major effect on women’s health?
A. Emergency contraception
B. Prenatal vitamins
C. Birth control pills
D. Menstrual pain relief medication
Answer: C. Birth control pills
To address the lack of primary care physicians in underprivileged areas, which U.S. healthcare initiative was awarded money in 2023?
A. Medicare
B. Medicaid
C. National Health Service Corps
D. CHIP
Answer: C. National Health Service Corps
Which American medical advancement in 2024 offered optimism for the use of tailored gene treatments to treat autoimmune diseases?
A. CRISPR-Cas9 treatment for rheumatoid arthritis
B. Stem cell therapy for multiple sclerosis
C. Monoclonal antibodies for lupus
D. Gene-editing therapy for Crohn’s disease
Answer: A. CRISPR-Cas9 treatment for rheumatoid arthritis
Because sugary drinks contribute to the rise in obesity rates, which American city launched a public health campaign in 2023 to discourage their use?
A. New York City
B. Los Angeles
C. Washington, D.C.
D. Atlanta
Answer: A. New York City
Which environmental health problem was the focus of a 2023 campaign by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to raise public awareness of its dangers?
A. Radon exposure
B. Lead poisoning
C. Asbestos inhalation
D. Pesticide exposure
Answer: B. Lead poisoning
Which healthcare provider stated in 2023 that it was collaborating with a digital company to create AI-powered tools to increase the accuracy of patient diagnoses?
A. UnitedHealth Group
B. Anthem
C. Cigna
D. Humana
Answer: A. UnitedHealth Group
Which recent reform in U.S. healthcare policy affects the cost of insulin for Medicare-eligible diabetics and takes effect in 2024?
A. Capping insulin costs at $35 per month
B. Allowing insulin prescriptions without copay
C. Offering insulin at a discounted rate for low-income patients
D. Reimbursing for insulin pumps
Answer: A. Capping insulin costs at $35 per month
Which significant public health issue made worse by climate change was the focus of financing provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in 2024?
A. Cardiovascular disease
B. Respiratory disease
C. Malaria
D. Heat stroke
Answer: B. Respiratory disease
In which environment is mental health education required under a bill established by the U.S. Congress in 2023?
A. Elementary and secondary schools
B. Healthcare worker training
C. College curricula
D. Workplace training programs
Answer: A. Elementary and secondary schools
Which particular area was the focus of the Biden administration’s 2024 plan to address health disparities?
A. Rural healthcare access
B. Childhood obesity prevention
C. Cancer screening rates
D. Mental health services for minorities
Answer: D. Mental health services for minorities
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