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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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Which of the following is the contribution of Germany to public health?
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The correct answer is  Germany led the way by instituting compulsory sickness insurance in 1883 Ref: Park's textbook of preventive and social medicine; 23rd edition