Non-communicable Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Define non-communicable disease
A
A disease that’s cannot be spread from person to person
2
Q
Define health
A
A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being
3
Q
Define cancer
A
Any malignant growth or tumour caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division
4
Q
Define malignant cancer
A
A cancerous tumour that can spread to other parts of the body
5
Q
Define benign tumour
A
A non-cancerous tumour
6
Q
Define risk factors
A
Anything that increases the likelihood of injury, disease, or other health problems
7
Q
What is cancer caused by?
A
Uncontrolled cell growth and division
