Overview
The economic burden of chronic illness is a significant issue that affects individuals, families, and society as a whole. Chronic illnesses, such as diabetes and heart disease, lead to both direct costs, like medical expenses, and indirect costs, such as lost productivity. Understanding these costs ...
Key Terms
Example: Diabetes and heart disease are common chronic illnesses.
Example: Hospital bills and medication costs.
Example: Lost wages due to inability to work.
Example: Policies that improve access to chronic disease management.
Example: Employees missing work due to chronic illness.
Example: Family members taking time off work to care for a sick relative.
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advancedKey Concepts
direct costsindirect costshealthcare accesspolicy implications