What is NCD?

Non-communicable diseases (NCD) or

lifestyle diseases represent a significant burden
on public health regardless of the country’s
economic development and are likely to account
for an increasing share of diseases in the future,
particularly in developing countries.
In the Philippines, heart diseases,
cancers, vascular diseases, diabetes and COPD
are 5 of the 10 leading causes of deaths in the
country. Three of these diseases are in the top 5
positions (diseases of the heart and the vascular
system, cancers). These
diseases make up 40% of all
Filipino deaths.
Hi.
I’m Doctor Julian and I
will tell you the facts about
different NCDs and
programs and policies that
prevent and control all of
those diseases.

Submitted by:

JULIAN ROBERT P. ELDER

7 – SEAS

Submitted to:

SIR JERVES E. FALCOTELO

Teacher in Health
 Non-communicable diseases
(NCDs) is a group of conditions that are not
mainly caused by an acute infection and are not
communicable or contagious, meaning they are
not passed from person to person. Unlike
communicable diseases and acute infections,
NCDs are of long-term duration resulting in
prolonged health consequences and generally
with slow progression which create a need for
long-term treatment and care.
The four main types of noncommunicable
diseases are cardiovascular diseases (like
heart attacks and stroke), cancer, chronic
respiratory diseases (such as chronic
obstructed pulmonary disease and asthma)
and diabetes. Noncommunicable diseases, or
NCDs, are by far the leading cause of death in
the world, representing 63% of all annual
deaths.
People of all age groups, regions and countries
are affected by NCDs. These conditions are
often associated with older age groups, but
evidence shows that 15 million of all deaths
attributed to NCDs occur between the ages of
30 and 69 years. Of these "premature" deaths,
over 85% are estimated to occur in low- and
middle-income countries. Children, adults and
the elderly are all vulnerable to the risk factors
contributing to NCDs, whether from unhealthy
diets, physical inactivity, exposure to tobacco
smoke or the harmful use of alcohol.
WHO Western Pacific Regional Office supports
Member States in the prevention and control of
NCDs to:
✓ Raise priority accorded to NCDs through
international cooperation and advocacy.
✓ Strengthen national capacity, governance,
multisectoral action, and partnerships.
✓ Reduce the major modifiable risk factors,
such as tobacco use, harmful use of alcohol,
unhealthy diets, and physical inactivity.
✓ Develop and implement effective legal
frameworks.
✓ Orient health systems through people-
centred health care and universal health
coverage.
✓ Promote high-quality research and
development.
✓ Monitor trends, determinants and progress
to achieve global, regional and national
targets through evidence-based
interventions.
Tips
Consult your doctor before embarking on
natural methods to prevent disease.
These diseases are a consequence of behavioral,
hereditary or standard of life factors, such as
smoking and an improper diet. By employing all
of the natural preventive measures below, you
can safely and effectively defend your body
against non-communicable diseases.
 Exercise every day. Physical activity removes
disease-causing toxins through sweat. It also
prevents cardiovascular disease, respiratory
problems and reduces the risk of cancer and
diabetes. It is recommended to perform at least
30 minutes of exercise.
 Eat foods high in lecithin. Lecithin is a potent
substance that regulates cell nutrients. It also
helps you maintain an ideal body weight and
helps prevent your body from accumulating
unnecessary fat. Foods rich in lecithin include
soybeans, grains, legumes and peanuts.
 Consume foods high in antioxidants. The active
ingredients of antioxidants are called flavonoids.
These substances keep the brain healthy and
prevent cancer and other non-communicable
diseases. Foods rich in antioxidants include
cranberries, dried prunes, plums and pinto beans.
 Train the brain. Playing video games and solving
crossword puzzles everyday can help exercise the
brain and prevent memory loss and
deterioration. Performing these activities on a
daily basis will improve all of the regions of the
brain.
 Do yoga every day. Yoga strengthens the mind
and body. It prevents lifestyle diseases, especially
cardiovascular and respiratory illnesses. Yoga can
also relieve symptoms of diseases once they
manifest. One hour of yoga is recommended.