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MAPEH
HEALTH
Fourth Quarter – Module 1 Non-
Communicable Diseases

Department of Education ● Republic of the Philippines

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Health – Grade 7 Alternative
Delivery Mode
Fourth Quarter – Module 1: Non-Communicable Diseases First Edition,
2020

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Health
Fourth Quarter – Module 1 Non-
Communicable Diseases

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 Introductory Message
For the Learner

Welcome to the Health 7 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module 1 Non-

Communicable Diseases!

Unhealthy diet, environmental hazard, stress and tension are some of the triggering
factors that affect the health stability of a person which leads to the development of any
disease. Sufficient and right knowledge must be acquired as a preventive measure.

As a grade 7 student, it is your responsibility to impart knowledge and be an advocate

for health to your family and community that you lived in. With that responsibility on your
shoulder, this module will help you equipped with knowledge and understanding about the
signs and symptoms, causes and effects of Non- Communicable Diseases.

In this module, you are guided with a set of learning icons that will help you
understand the non-communicable diseases.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

What I need to Know This will give you an idea of the skills or
competencies you are expected to learn in
the module.
What I Know This part includes an activity that aims to
check what you already know about the
lesson to take.

What’s In This is a brief drill or review to help you link

the current lesson with the previous one.

What’s New In this portion, the new lesson will be

introduced to you in various ways such as a
story, a song, a poem, a problem opener an
activity or situation.
What is It This section provides a brief discussion of the
lesson. This aims to help you discover

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 and understand new concepts and skills.
What’s More This comprises activities for independent
practice to solidify your understanding and
skills of the topic. You may check the answers
to the exercises using the Answer Key at the
end of the module.
What I Have Learned This includes questions or blank
sentence/paragraph to be filled in to process
what you learned from the lesson.
What I Can Do This section provide an activity which will help
you transfer your new knowledge or skill into
real-life situations or concerns.
Assessment This is a task which aims to evaluate your
level of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.

Additional Activities In this portion, another activity will be given

to you to enrich your knowledge or skill of the
lesson learned. This also tends
retention of learned concepts.
Answer Key This contains answers to all activities in the
module.

At the end of this module you will also find:

References This is a list of all sources in developing this

module.

The following are some reminders in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the module. Use your
MAPEH activity notebook in answering the exercises. Write each activity number and its
title.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities included in the
module.
3. Read the directions carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.

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5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.

If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to
consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone.

We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain
deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 TABLE OFCONTENTS

What I Need to Know ………......................................... 1

What I Know ………......................................... 2
What’s In …….…........................................ 3
Am I Aware ……………………………………. 3
What’s New ……………………………………. 4
#Forever! ……………………………………. 5
What Is It …..…........................................... 5
Nature of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)……. 5
Allergy ………………………………. …… 5
Asthma ……………………………………. 7
Cardiovascular Disease ……………………………… 8
Cancer ….………………………………… 12
Diabetes ……………………………………. 15
Arthritis ……………………………………. 16
Kidney or Renal Failure………………………………... 17
What’s More ………......................................... 19
This Is My Nature ……………………………………. 19
What I Have Learned ………......................................... 20
My Health Diary ……………………………………. 20
What Can I Do ………......................................... 21
Be Healthy, Grow With Me……………………………. 21
Assessment ………......................................... 22
Additional Activities ………......................................... 24
Search Me In ……………………………………. 24
Answer Key ………......................................... 25
References ………......................................... 26

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 What I Need to Know

Disease is often interpreted as a medical condition associated with specific

symptoms and signs. There are two categories of disease: Communicable and Non-
Communicable diseases. Communicable diseases are caused by pathogen and can be
transmitted from one person to another or from animals to people.

On the other hand, Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) cannot be transmitted

from one person to another.

After reading this module, you should be able to explain non-communicable diseases
based on cause and effect, signs and symptoms, risk factors and protective factors and
possible complications.

Specifically, you are expected to:

1. discuss the cause and effect, signs and symptoms, risk and protective factors and
possible complications of the common non-communicable diseases such as
allergy, asthma, arthritis, cardiovascular, cancer, diabetes and renal failure;
2. illustrate the cause and effect, signs and symptoms of the common non-
communicable diseases; and
3. appreciate the importance of learning the common non-communicable diseases.

In going through the module, you have to extend your patience in understanding and
analyzing what you are reading. Follow the directions in the activities. Answer the entire
given tests and exercises carefully and comply the required activities provided.

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 What I Know

Directions: Draw a smiley face if the statement is correct and a sad

face if it is not.

1. Allergic Eczema is an allergic rash that is usually caused by eye contact with an
allergen.
2. Hives are caused by an allergic reaction such as food or medication.
3. Asthma is a chronic lung disorder that causes airways (the tubes that carry air into
and out of the lungs) to become inflamed.
4. Arrhythmia is a condition in which the heart beats with a regular rhythm.
5. Stroke is a condition when a clot blocks a small blood vessel in the heart, thus,
heart cells die from lack of oxygen.
6. Aneurysm is an excessive localized enlargement of the heart caused by a
weakening of the artery wall.
7. Arteriosclerosis is a group of vascular diseases characterized by thickening and
loss of elasticity of arterial walls.
8. Rheumatic Heart Disease is an active or inactive disease of the heart that results
from rheumatic fever.
9. Cancer is caused by abnormal cells growing without control.
10. Skin cancer is caused by an abnormal growth of skin cells due to an over
exposed heat of the sun.

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 What’s In

Activity 1: What Do I Know

Directions: Copy the graphic organizer below and write down words or phrases that you
know about non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

NCDs

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 What’s New

Activity 2: #Forever!
Directions: Pair the cut pictures in Column A with Column B to complete the whole
pictures. Write the number as well as the letter accordingly. (Example: 1 and
e)

Column A Column B

1. a.

2. b.

3. c.

4. d.

5. e.

Images: DepEd. Grade 7 MAPEH Book

Question: Are the health conditions of the persons shown in the pictures transmittable or
not? Explain

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 What Is It?

Nature of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)

Non-Communicable Diseases are not caused by pathogens or disease- causing

organisms such as bacteria or viruses but rather by how they live, by the conditions which
they are born or by the hazards around them. It also includes diseases caused by a
breakdown of the body tissues (Degenerative Diseases), poor diet, environmental and
occupational hazards, stress and tension.

Here are some common non-communicable diseases:

1. Allergy

A misguided reaction to foreign

substances by the immune system.

The substances that trigger allergy

are called allergen while people prone to
allergies are said to be allergic.

Examples: pollens, dust mite, molds,

dander (dandruff), and certain food. Image: DepEd. MAPEH 7 Book

Kinds Common Signs and Symptoms

runny nose
a. Hay Fever (allergic rhinitis) is the most
sneezing
common of the allergic diseases and is
characterized by seasonal nasal stuffy nose

symptoms that are due to pollens. nasal itching (rubbing)

itchy ears and throat

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b. Allergic Conjunctivitis is the watery, itchy eyes
inflammation of the tissue layers that swelling of the membranes redness
cover the surface of the eyeball and under the lids and the eyes
the undersurface of
the eyelid.
itching, redness and dryness of the
c. Allergic Eczema is an allergic rash
skin
that is usually caused by
rash on the face especially among

skin contact with an allergen. children

rash around the eyes in the elbow
and the knees especially in adults.

d. Hives (Urticaria) are skin reactions intense itching

that appear as itchy swellings and raised red welts or swollen mark
can occur on any part of the body.
Hives can be caused by an allergic
reaction
such as food or medication.

nasal congestion low

e. Allergic Shock or (Anaphylactic
blood pressure
Shock) is a life-threatening
swelling of the throat
reaction that can affect a
stomach pain, nausea, vomiting
number of organs at the same reddish discoloration of the
time. It typically occurs when the skin
allergen is eaten (food) or shortness of breath, wheezing
injected (a bee sting). (breathed with a whistling sound
in the chest)

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 Risk Factors Preventions
Heredity -If one parent is allergic, a avoid your allergens
child runs a risk of 30–50% of take your medicines asprescribed
inheriting the tendency to be allergic, keep your medicine with you at all
times
although he or she may not know what to do during an allergic
necessarily develop the parent’s reaction
particular type of allergy. track what you do, what you eat,
when symptoms occur and what
Environment- It is usually the seems to help.
environment that either protects you
from developing the allergy, or
triggers the allergy.
Upper Respiratory Tract Infections-
Children who contract viral or
bacterial infections of the upper
respiratory system (nose, throat and
bronchial tubes) before they are six
months old are more likely to develop
allergies or conditions such as asthma
later in
life.

Complications of Allergy mild to potentially life

threatening

2. Asthma
A chronic lung disorder that causes
airways (the tubes that carry air into and out
of the lungs) to become inflamed which
means that they swell and produce lots of
thick mucus.

Image: DepEd. MAPEH 7 Book

Asthma may be prevented through Common Signs and Symptoms
lifestyle changes, activity reduction, coughing

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allergy-shots and medications. chest tightness
shortness of breath
wheezing (out of breath)

Risk Factors Preventions

Family History - If one of your parents has

monitor your breathing
asthma, then you have a greater risk of
identify and treat attacks
developing it.
early
Gender and Age - Asthma is more common in
identify and avoid asthma
children than adults. Boys are more likely to
triggers
develop asthma than girls. Risks are equal for
take your medication as
men and women for adult-onset asthma.
prescribed
Smoking - Smokers have a high risk ofasthma.
get vaccinated for
Those who were exposed to secondhand
influenza and pneumonia
smoke are also more likely to have asthma.
Air pollution - Constant exposure to air
pollution raises the risk for asthma. Those
who grew up or live in urban areas have a
higher risk for asthma.
Obesity - Children and adults who are
overweight or obese are at a greater risk of
asthma.
Viral Respiratory Infections - Respiratory
problems during infancy and childhood
can cause difficulty in breathing.

Complications of Asthma fatigue

causing sleep difficulties
affect a person’s quality
of life

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3. Cardiovascular Disease
A disease of the
heart and blood vessels. It
occurs when there is a
build-up of cholesterol
inside the artery walls.
Image: DepEd. MAPEH 7 Book
A. Heart (Cardio) Diseases
Congenital Heart Disease is an
abnormality in the heart’s structure
that you are born with.
Congestive Heart Failure is the
incapacity of the heart to keep up
with its function.
Common Signs and Symptoms
rapid breathing and heartbeat
a blue shade to the skin
(cyanosis)
swelling in the legs, tummy and
around the eyes
shortness of breath in babies during
feeding (making it hard for them to
gain weight) and in older children
and adults during exercise
fatigue and weakness
rapid or irregular heartbeat
reduced ability to exercise
swelling (edema) in your legs,
ankles and feet
shortness of breath (dyspnea) when
you exert yourself or when you lie
down
persistent cough with white or
pink blood-shaded phlegm
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Arrhythmia is a condition in which
the heart beats with an irregular or
abnormal rhythm.
Rheumatic Heart Disease is an active
or inactive disease of the heart that
results from rheumatic fever. It
reduced the functional capacity of
the heart caused by the scarring of
the valves.
B. Vascular (Blood Vessel)
Disease
Arteriosclerosis is a group of vascular Atherosclerosis in your:
diseases characterized by thickening
and loss of elasticity of arterial
walls.
Atherosclerosis occurs when a fatty
substance such as cholesterol is
deposited on the walls of the
arteries, making the vessels hard and
less elastic.
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dizziness
fatigue or weakness
chest pain or pressure
rapid beating in the chest
shortness of breath and
nervousness
in extreme cases, collapse and
sudden cardiac arrest
Fever
swellings
shortness of breath and chest
discomfort
swollen, tender, red and extremely
painful joints — particularly the
knees and ankles
red, raised, lattice-like rash,
usually on the chest, back, and
abdomen
Common Signs and Symptoms
heart arteries - chest pain or pressure
(angina)
arteries leading to the brain - sudden
numbness or weakness in your arms
or legs
arteries in the arms and legs -you
may have leg pain when walking
arteries leading to the kidneys -you
develop high blood pressure
or kidney failure
 Stroke is a condition when a clot trouble seeing in one or both
blocks a small blood vessel in the eyes
brain, thus brain cells die from lack severe headache with no known
of oxygen. cause
sudden confusion, trouble
speaking or understanding
speech
trouble walking, dizziness, loss of
balance or coordination
sudden numbness or weakness
of face, arm, or leg, especially on one
side of the body

Aneurysm is an excessive localized Seizure

enlargement of an artery caused by a stiff neck
weakening of the artery wall. a drooping eyelid
sensitivity to light
nausea and vomiting
blurred or double vision
loss of consciousness
sudden, extremely severe
headache

Risk Factors Preventions

Age quit smoking

Gender - Men are generally at greater practice good hygiene
risk of heart disease. However, maintain a healthy weight
women's risk increases after reduce and manage stress
menopause. eat a diet that is low in salt and
Family History - A family history of saturated fat
heart disease increases your risk of exercise at least 30 minutes a day on
coronary artery disease, especially most days of the week
if a parent developed it at an early control other health conditions,

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 age. such as high blood pressure, high
Smoking - Nicotine tightens your blood cholesterol and diabetes
vessels, and carbon monoxide can
damage their inner lining, making them
more susceptible to atherosclerosis.
Poor Diet - A diet that is high in fat,
salt, sugar and cholesterol can
contribute to the development of
heart disease.

Complications of Cardiovascular Heart stops beating and have no

pulse. This means no blood would
flow to your brain and other organs.

4. Cancer
It is caused by abnormal cells
growing without control. As these abnormal
cells grow, they form in masses called tumors.
Tumorscan either be:
Image: DepEd. MAPEH 7 Book

Benign - masses of cells that are not cancerous and do not spread.

Malignant - masses of cells that are cancerous and spread to the other parts of the body
by moving along the blood vessels or through the lymph system.

Kinds Common Signs and Symptoms

a. Skin - The abnormal growth Include a painful area of skin that:
of skin cells most often does not heal within 4 weeks
develops on skin exposed to looks unusual
the sun. pains, itches, bleeds, crusts or scabs for more
than 4 weeks

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b. Colon and Rectum - Also
known as bowel cancer, colon
cancer, or rectal cancer, is the
development of cancer from
the colon or rectum.
c. Lungs – It is known as lung
carcinoma, is a malignant
lung tumor characterized by
uncontrolled cell growth in
tissues of the lungs.
d. Breast – A cancer that
develops from breast tissue.
e. Reproductive Organ
Prostate cancer is a
malignant
constipation, diarrhea, or other changes inbowel
habits
blood in stool or rectal bleeding
abdominal pain or cramps
a sensation that your bowel has not emptied
completely
unexplained weight loss
fatigue, weakness, or reduced energy level
a cough that does not go away or gets worse
coughing up blood or rust-colored sputum
(spit or phlegm)
chest pain that becomes worst when you
breathe deep, cough, or laugh
hoarseness (harsh in sound)
loss of appetite
unexplained weight loss
shortness of breath
feeling tired or weak
infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia that
do not go away or keep coming back
swelling of all or part of the breast even if no
lump is felt
skin dimpling (sometimes looking like an
orange peel)
breast or nipple pain
nipple retraction (turning inward)
nipple or breast skin that is red, dry, flaking or
thickened
nipple discharge (other than breast milk)
having trouble urinating;
a flow of urine that is weak or stops and
starts
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 (cancerous) tumor that
usually begins in the
outer part of the
prostate.
Cervical cancer is a type
of cancer that occurs in
the cells of the cervix
– the lower part of the
uterus that connects to
the vagina. In almost
all cases it is a result of
sexually
transmitted disease.
d. Bone Marrow (leukemia and
lymphoma) - Type of blood
cancer that affects your bone
marrow, which makes blood.
frequent nosebleeds
Risk Factors
obesity
alcohol
older age
using tobacco
family history of
painful and burning urination
painful ejaculation
blood in urine or semen
frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back,
hips, or legs.
vaginal bleeding
pelvic pain
vaginal discharge
fever and chill
weakness and fatigue
frequent or severe infections
unexplained weight loss
swollen lymph nodes
enlarged liver or spleen
bruising or bleeding easily, including
tiny red dots on the skin (petechiae)
Preventions
get vaccinated
eat a healthy diet
do not smoke
be optimistic
get regular medical care
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 cancer avoid too much exposure from the sun
some types of viral maintain a healthy weight and be physically
infections, such as active
human papillomavirus
(HPV)
exposure to radiation,
including ultraviolet
radiation from the sun.

Complications ofCancer Affects other body organs and threatens life.

5. Diabetes
A disease that refers to the blood
glucose or blood sugar levels is too high.
Glucose comes from the foods you eat.
Insulin is a hormone that helps the glucose
gets into your cells to give them energy.
Image: DepEd. MAPEH 7 Book
Types of Diabetes: Common Signs and
Symptoms

a. Type I Diabetes is the result of little or no Excessive :

insulin produced by the pancreas. This can be urination (polyuria)
due to a defective immune system which thirst (polydipsia)
attacks the cells that produce insulin. hunger (polyphagia)
b. Type II Diabetes is the result of too little
insulin produced by the pancreas or failure of
the insulin to function normally. Most often
begins in overweight adults.

Risk Factors Preventions

obesity lose extra weight
smoking get more physical activity

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 family history get plenty of fiber - foods high in fiber
unhealthy diet include fruits, vegetables, beans,
physical inactivity whole grains and nuts.
cold climate - people are also more make healthier food choices
likely to have type 1 diabetes if they
live in a cold climate.
air pollution – studies show that air
pollution might also put you at an
increased risk of developing
diabetes.

Complications of Diabetes High blood sugar levels can

seriously damage parts of your
body, including your feet and
your eyes.

6. Arthritis

Refers to the
inflammation of joints. It
usually occurs during old
age.

Image: DepEd. MAPEH 7 Book

Kinds Common Signs and Symptoms
a. Rheumatoid Arthritis is an tender, warm, swollen joints
autoimmune disease which joint stiffness that is usually worse
happens when the body’s immune in the mornings and after
system attacks healthy cells by inactivity
mistake. It causes pain and swelling in fatigue, fever and loss ofappetite.
many joints throughout the body. This
can lead to deformity and crippling.

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b. Osteoarthritis is a disease of older
people. It results from the wear and tear
of joints especially those of the hands,
hips, knees and spine. (see picture
above)
Risk Factors
smoking
joint injuries
overweight and obesity
genetics and inherited traits
gender - most types of arthritis are
more common in women.
age - risk for most types of arthritis
increases as you get older
infection- many microbial agents, like
bacteria and viruses, can infect joints
and potentially cause
development of some types
arthritis.
occupation that involve repetitive
knee bending and squatting are
associated with osteoarthritis of
the knee.
Complications of Arthritis
pain - affected joints might hurt
during or after movement.
stiffness - joint stiffness might be
most noticeable upon awakening
or after being inactive.
tenderness - your joint might feel
tender when you apply light
pressure to or near it.
loss of flexibility - you might not
be able to move your joint
through its full range of motion.
Preventions
exercise
avoid injury
control your weight
eat fish - certain fish are rich in
omega-3 fatty acids, a healthy
polyunsaturated fat. Omega-3s
have a number of health benefits,
and they can reduce inflammation
in the body.
protect your joints - using the right
the
techniques when sitting, working,
of
and lifting can help protect joints
from everyday strains.
Reduced overall physical activity.
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7. Kidney or Renal Failure
A medical condition in
which the kidneys fail to
adequately filter waste
products from the blood.

Image: DepEd. MAPEH 7 Book

Common Signs and Symptoms

decreased or absence of urine production.
hematuria (blood loss in urine)
proteinuria (protein loss in urine)
increased fluid in the body (leading to swelling).
increased on acid, phosphate and potassium levels.
decreased on levels of calcium. In later stages, anemia.

Risk Factors Preventions

obesity exercise
diabetes quit smoking
kidney cancer follow a healthy diet
bladder cancer lower salt in your diet
kidney stones avoid drinking alcoholic
high cholesterol beverages
atherosclerosis lose weight if you are overweight or
autoimmune disease obese

cirrhosis and liver failure understanding food labels

narrowing of the artery that stay hydrated
supplies your kidney

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 Complications of Kidney or Renal Anemia
Failure bone disease
heart disease
high potassium, high calcium and
fluid buildup.

What’s More

Activity 4: This Is My Nature!

Directions: Write down words or phrases about the cause, signs and symptoms, risk and
protective factors and possible complications of the following common non-
communicable diseases.

e. Complications

d. Prevention

c. Risk Factors

b. Signs and
Symptoms
a. Cause

1. Allergy
2. Diabetes

Image: www.bing.com

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 Assessment

IDENTIFICATION
Directions: Identify the corresponding non-communicable diseases below.
Choose the correct answer from the box.
ALLERGY HAY FEVER ALLERGIC ECZEMA
HIVES ASTHMA ALLERGIC SHOCK
ARRHYTHMI STROKE
A
CARDIOVASCULAR ARTEREOCLEROSIS

1. A misguided reaction to foreign substances by the immune

system.

2. The most common of the allergic diseases and is characterized by

seasonal nasal symptoms that are due to pollens.

3. An allergic rash that is usually caused by skin contact with an

allergen.

4. Skin react ions that appear as itchy swellings and can occur on any
part of the body.

5. A life-threatening reaction that can affect a number of organs at the

same time.

6. A chronic lung disorder that causes airways (the tubes that carry air
into and out of the lungs) to become inflamed which means that
they swell and produce lots of thick mucus.

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7. Disease of the heart and blood vessels. These include heart diseases
and vascular diseases.

8. A condition in which the heart beats with an irregular or

abnormal rhythm.

9. Group of vascular disease characterized by thickening and loss of

elasticity of arterial walls.

10. Occurs when a clot blocks a small blood vessel in the brain, thus
brain cells die from lack of oxygen.

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Answer Key

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 References
Electronic

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , National Center for Chronic Disease
Prevention and Health Promotion , Division of Population Health. Visited on July
1, 2020 from https://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/basics/risk-factors.htm

Karin Lehnarth, FACTRETRIEVER, interesting facts of the curious mind, 54

Interesting Heart Diseases Facts. Visited on July 2, 2020
fromhttp://facts.randomhistory.com/heart-disease-facts.html

WebMD. Allergies Health Center. Visited on July 6, 2020

https://www.webmd.com/allergies/guide/allergies-treatment-care

Healthline Editorial Team. Asthma Risk Factors. Visited on July 7, 2020.

https://www.healthline.com/health/asthma-risk-factors#risk-factors

Health 24 Live a Great Life. Allergy. Visited on July 5, 2020.

https://www.health24.com/Medical/Allergy/Overview/Who-is-at-risk-for-
allergies-20130205

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