For which of the following has there been an increasing mortality rate for both men and women over the past 10 years in Australia? A - HSC - SSCE Personal Development and Physical Education - Question 6 - 2021 - Paper 1

Over the past decade, there has been a notable increase in the mortality rate associated with Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in Australia. This trend affects both men and women equally, reflecting broader demographic changes such as an aging population, which contributes to higher incidence rates of these cognitive disorders. Studies indicate that as the population ages, the prevalence of Dementia-related conditions continues to rise, substantiating the choice of option D as the correct answer.