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Chronic Disease Prevention

Chronic disease prevention refers to the strategies and interventions aimed at reducing the incidence and prevalence of long-term health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, through lifestyle modifications, early detection, and health education. These efforts focus on mitigating risk factors and promoting overall health to enhance quality of life and reduce healthcare costs.

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Chronic disease prevention is essential for improving public health and reducing healthcare costs. By understanding the risk factors and adopting healthy lifestyle choices, individuals can significantly lower their chances of developing chronic diseases. Regular screenings and community initiatives ...

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Key Terms

Chronic Disease
A long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured.

Example: Diabetes is a common chronic disease.

Risk Factor
Anything that increases the likelihood of developing a disease.

Example: Obesity is a risk factor for heart disease.

Screening
Testing for disease in people without symptoms.

Example: Mammograms are screenings for breast cancer.

Lifestyle
The way a person lives, including diet and exercise.

Example: A sedentary lifestyle can lead to obesity.

Prevention
Actions taken to reduce the chance of disease.

Example: Vaccination is a form of disease prevention.

Public Health
The science of protecting and improving the health of communities.

Example: Public health campaigns promote vaccination.

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Key Concepts

Healthy LifestyleRegular ScreeningRisk FactorsCommunity Health