Noncommunicable Diseases
Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) are chronic health conditions that last for a long time and can be managed, but not cured. Examples of NCDs include heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, asthma, and chronic respiratory diseases. NCDs are a major public health concern and a leading cause of death and disability worldwide, responsible for an estimated 40 million deaths each year. Most NCDs, like heart disease and stroke, can be prevented or their risks reduced by making healthy lifestyle changes, such as not smoking, being physically active, eating a healthy diet, and controlling high blood pressure and blood sugar levels. NCDs are also among the main causes of economic losses due to health care costs, loss of productivity, and lower life expectancy.
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