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Chronic/ Non-communicable disease (NCD): (2-Risk factors for chronic…
Chronic/ Non-communicable disease (NCD):
2-Risk factors for chronic diseases
Modifiable risk factors:
Physical inactivity
Obesity
Alcohol drinking
Unhealthy diet
Tobacco smoking
Stress
Family history
Sun exposure
1-characteristics of chronic diseases:-
Also known as chronic diseases.
They are of long duration and generally slow progression and slow onset.
Not passed from person to person.
Until the 20th century were thought of as a natural part of aging.
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
3-Non modifiable risk factors:
gender
genetics
Age
ethnicity
4-Impact of chronic diseases on health care delivery:-
The causes of chronic diseases are generally known and cost-effective interventions are available.
Primary prevention and control is the best strategy for the prevention of modern epidemics.
Cause social and economic effects by increasing dependence and medical costs
Targeting high-risk individuals with secondary prevention can reduce the burden of chronic disease.
The leading cause of mortality in the world ( 60 - 90% of all deaths).