Here's what to know about
noncommunicable diseases
and what counts toward your health.
When we talk about noncommunicable diseases, or NCDs, we’re talking about some of the most urgent chronic health issues facing the world:
As a whole, noncommunicable diseases account for about and cost the global community trillions of dollars in healthcare expenses. But most can be prevented.
Healthy habits help. Focusing on exercise, sleep, nutrition and stress management can be building blocks for your health. Every step, big or small, counts.
Noncommunicable diseases such as heart disease and diabetes
are among the greatest health threats of our time
Noncommunicable diseases have a few defining characteristics: They don’t spread from person to person. (In other words, they aren’t contagious.) They also usually last longer than a year — and often require long-term medical treatment.
You can use “noncommunicable disease” and “chronic disease” interchangeably. They mean the same thing.
And here’s an additional key piece of information to know: In most cases, NCDs are either preventable or can be managed so they don’t bring down your quality of life.
Four basic actions can help lower your risk of chronic health issues: exercise, eating right, managing stress and sleeping well.. We’ll help you figure out what counts toward your health and how you can achieve it.
Beyond healthy habits, there are even more measures we can take in the fight to stay healthy.
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