Journal of Community Medicine & health care

NON COMMUNICABLE

DISEASES

NON COMMUNICABLE DISEASES?

The diseases which cannot be transmitted by the people, vectors or contaminated objects are called “Non Communicable Diseases”.

These can be caused by either life style, genetic conditions or hazards in the environment.

CHARACTERISTICS OF NCD’s

Complex etiologyMultiple risk factorsLong latency periodNon-contagious originProlonged course of illnessFunctional impairment of disability

RISK FACTORS OF NCD’SUsage of tobaccoPhysical inactivityHigh blood pressureConsumption of alcoholRaised cholesterolObesityRaised blood glucose Decrease in intake of fruits and vegetables

HOW TO MINMIZE THE RISK?

Healthy dietRegular exerciseDecrease in the usage of tobaccoDecrease in the consumption of alcoholRegular medical checkupsIntake of fresh fruits and vegetablesAvoiding junk foodsMaintain healthy weightHave enough sleep and manage stress