Noncommunicable disease
Noncommunicable disease
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), also known as chronic diseases, are not passed from person to person. They are of long duration and generally slow progression. The four main types of noncommunicable diseases are cardiovascular diseases (like heart attacks and stroke), cancers, chronic respiratory diseases (such as chronic obstructed pulmonary disease and asthma) and diabetes.
Pronunciation: /ˌnɒnkəˈmjuːnɪkəbəl dɪˈziːz/
Etymology: The term "noncommunicable disease" comes from the Latin non meaning "not", communicare meaning "to share", and disease from the Old French desaise meaning "lack of ease".
Types of Noncommunicable diseases
- Cardiovascular diseases: These are diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels. They include diseases such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke.
- Cancer: This is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. There are many types of cancer, including breast cancer, lung cancer, and colon cancer.
- Chronic respiratory diseases: These are diseases of the airways and other structures of the lung. They include diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and pulmonary hypertension.
- Diabetes: This is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. There are two main types of diabetes: type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.
Prevention and Control
Prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases primarily involves reducing risk factors associated with these diseases. This can be achieved through a combination of legislation, public health initiatives, and individual behavior change.
See also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Noncommunicable disease
- Wikipedia's article - Noncommunicable disease
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