Module 13: NCDs Flashcards
NCDs are also known as ____ diseases
chronic
NDCs definition
- non-contagious origin
- long duration, does not resolve spontaneously
- combo of genetic, physiologic, environmental, and behavioral factors
- a complete cure is rare
Leading causes of death due to NCDs
- cardiovascular disease
- cancer
- chronic respiratory disease
- diabetes
other: arthritis/musculoskeletal, chronic neurological disorders, mental health disorders
NCDs intervention requires
- Multi-sectoral multifactorial interventions
- Interventions that address only one of these factors might not be effective
What is a risk factor?
An aspect of personal behavior or lifestyle, an environmental exposure, or a hereditary characteristic that is associated with an increase in the occurrence of a particular disease, injury, or other health condition
Modifiable risk factor
a behavioral risk factor that can be reduced or controlled by intervention, thereby reducing the probability of disease
- physical inactivity
- tobacco use
- harmful alcohol use
- unhealthy diets
T/F: Not all modifiable risk factors are controlled by individuals
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Non-modifiable risk factors
Cannot be targeted by intervention
- Age
- Biological gender
- Race
- Family history (genetics)
Why is surveillance of NCDs difficult?
- Lag time between exposure and health condition
- Caused by multiple exposures
- Exposures linked to multiple health outcomes
What is the leading cause of non-communicable death?
Cardiovascular disease
Example: Social Determinants of CVD
- discrimination and racism
- childhood trauma
- stress
- poverty
- living and working conditions
- pollution exposure
____ is the most important risk factor for cancer
tobacco use
T/F: NCDs are interconnected to economic, social, environmental issues.
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