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What percentage of deaths globally are attributed to non-communicable diseases?
What percentage of deaths globally are attributed to non-communicable diseases?
- Over 1/3
- Over 3/4
- Over 2/3 (correct)
- Over 1/2
Which of the following is NOT a type of non-communicable disease?
Which of the following is NOT a type of non-communicable disease?
- Infectious Disease (correct)
- Chronic Respiratory Disease
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Cancer
What is another term for CAD?
What is another term for CAD?
- Cardiac Arrest
- Ischemic Heart Disease (correct)
- Heart Failure
- Myocardial Infarction
Which of the following is a healthy lifestyle habit?
Which of the following is a healthy lifestyle habit?
What is the term for high blood pressure?
What is the term for high blood pressure?
What is the term for a stroke or brain attack?
What is the term for a stroke or brain attack?
What is a characteristic of non-communicable diseases?
What is a characteristic of non-communicable diseases?
What is a risk factor for non-communicable diseases?
What is a risk factor for non-communicable diseases?
What is a type of non-communicable disease?
What is a type of non-communicable disease?
What is a consequence of unhealthy diets and a lack of physical activity?
What is a consequence of unhealthy diets and a lack of physical activity?
What is another name for diabetes?
What is another name for diabetes?
What is a modifiable behavior that increases the risk of NCDs?
What is a modifiable behavior that increases the risk of NCDs?
What is a type of non-communicable disease that affects the lungs?
What is a type of non-communicable disease that affects the lungs?
What is the leading cause of death worldwide?
What is the leading cause of death worldwide?
What percentage of deaths globally are attributed to NCDs due to air pollution?
What percentage of deaths globally are attributed to NCDs due to air pollution?
Which of the following metabolic changes is a risk factor for NCDs?
Which of the following metabolic changes is a risk factor for NCDs?
What is the long-term condition that develops over many years in people with high blood pressure?
What is the long-term condition that develops over many years in people with high blood pressure?
Which of the following NCDs accounts for the largest number of deaths globally?
Which of the following NCDs accounts for the largest number of deaths globally?
How many types of non-communicable diseases account for over two thirds of deaths globally?
How many types of non-communicable diseases account for over two thirds of deaths globally?
What is the correct term for a stroke or brain attack?
What is the correct term for a stroke or brain attack?
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Study Notes
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
- NCDs are not spread through infection or person-to-person contact, but are typically caused by unhealthy behaviors.
- They are the leading cause of death worldwide, posing a significant threat to health and development, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
Risk Factors
- Modifiable behaviors, such as:
- Tobacco use
- Physical inactivity
- Unhealthy diet
- Harmful use of alcohol
- Environmental risk factors, such as:
- Air pollution (accounts for 6.7 million deaths globally, including 5.7 million due to NCDs)
Metabolic Risk Factors
- Contribute to four key metabolic changes that increase the risk of NCDs:
- Raised blood pressure
- Overweight/obesity
- Hyperglycemia (high blood glucose levels)
- Hyperlipidemia (high levels of fat in the blood)
Types of NCDs
- Four types of NCDs account for over two-thirds of deaths globally:
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Cancer
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Chronic Respiratory Diseases
Cardiovascular Diseases
- Three types of Cardiovascular Diseases:
- Hypertensive heart disease (long-term condition that develops over many years in people with high blood pressure)
- Coronary Artery Disease / Ischemic Heart Disease
- Cerebrovascular Accident / Stroke
Healthy Lifestyles
- Three healthy lifestyles:
- Physical Activity
- Smoke Free
- Stress Free
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