NATURE OF NON-

COMMUNICABLE
DISEASE (NCD)
OBJECTIVES:
1.) The learner demonstrates understanding of non-
communicable diseases for a healthy life.
2.) The learner consistently demonstrates personal
responsibility & healthy practices in the prevention
& control of non-communicable diseases.
3.) The learner can discuss the nature of non-
communicable diseases:
• *Allergy
• *Asthma
NON COMMUNICABLE DISEASES-

Are not caused by pathogens or disease-

causing organisms such as bacteria or
viruses, but rather, by how people live, by
the conditions with which they are born or
by the hazards around them. It cannot be
transmitted from one person to another.
 DISEASE-
Is a particular abnormal condition
and a disorder of a structure or
function, that affects part or all
of an organism. It is often
interpreted as medical condition
associated with specific
symptoms & signs.
 SOME COMMON NON-
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
 ALLERGY- Is a misguided
reaction to foreign
substances by the immune
system. The substance
that trigger allergy is
called allergen.
 5 KINDS OF ALLERGY
 1.) HAY FEVER (Allergic Rhinitis)- is the most
common of the allergic diseases and is
characterized by seasonal nasal symptoms
that are due to pollens.
COMMON SYMPTOMS ARE:
 Runny Nose
 Stuffy Nose
 Sneezing

 Nasal Itching (rubbing)

Itchy ears and throat


 Post nasal drip (Throat clearing)

2.) ALLERGIC CONJUNCTIVITIES-
Is inflammation of the tissue layers
(membranes that cover the surface of
the eyeball and the undersurface of the
eyelid.
COMMON SYMPTOMS ARE:

Redness under the lids and the eyes

Watery, itchy eyes
Swelling of the membranes
3.) ALLERGIC ECZEMA-
Is an allergic rash that is usually caused by
skin contact with an allergen and features
the following signs:

 Itching,redness and or dryness of the skin.

 Rash on the face, specially among children.
 Rash around the eyes, in the elbow
creases, and behind the knees, specially in
adults.
 4.) HIVES
Are skin reactions that appear as itchy
swelling and can occur on any part of
the body.

COMMON SYMPTOMS:

o Raised red welts or swollen mark

o Intense itching
 ALLERGIC SHOCK OR
(ANAPHYLACTIC SHOCK)
Is a life-threatening disease that can affect a number
of organs at the same time. It typically occurs when
the food eaten or injected. (Ex. Bee Sting)
COMMON SYMPTOMS:
 Hives or reddish discoloration of the skin
 Nasal Congestion
 Swelling of the throat
 Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting
 Shortness of breath, wheezing (breathed with a
whistling sound in the chest)
 Low blood pressure
 B. ASTHMA
Is 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. The muscles
surrounding the airways also tend to tighten, which
makes the already clogged airways even narrower.
COMMON SYMPTOMS:
 Shortness of Breath
 Wheezing
 Coughing
 Chest Tightness
 PERFECT 10 STEPS TO
AVOID NCD
1. Eat a variety of nutritional food every day, w/
less salt, sugar, & fats.
2. Drink eight to ten glasses of water daily.
3. Rest & sleep for seven to nine hours every
night
4. Breathe clean air & say no to smoking &
prohibited drugs.
5. Exercise every day, get enough sunlight, be
physically active & maintain normal weight.
6. Manage stress, relax and pray.
7.) Maintain personal hygiene and
good grooming.
8.) Keep a clean household and
practice waste management.
9.) Consult a physician and go for a
health check-up.
10.) Be a role model, give good
examples, and take care of your family
and friends.
ASSESSMENT 2:

“GAME KA NA BA”
DIRECTION:

The class will be divided into four groups. The

teacher will provide each group with four sheets
of paper with letters ABCD. The teacher will
have a multiple choices questions (about NCD)
and the student will raise the sheet of paper with
the corresponding letter of correct answer
1.) Which is a non-communicable disease?

a. Asthma
b. Influenza
c. Dengue Fever
d. Tuberculosis

2.) Which of the following statements does not describe

non-communicable diseases (NCD’s)

e. Caused by pathogens
f. Consequence of unhealthy lifestyle
g. Cannot be transmitted from one person to another
h. Consequences of behavioral and hereditary factors
3.) Your friend is asthmatic, what do you think he/she should
do to prevent an attack?
a. Exercise
b. Manage stress
c. Eat balanced diet
d. All of the above

4.) Which is not a causative factor for non-communicable

disease?
e. Virus
f. Stress
g. Poor diet
h. Environmental hazard

5.) It is a chronic lung disorder that causes airways to

become inflamed, which means that they swell & produce
lots of thick mucus.
i. Allergy
j. Asthma
k. Hypertension
l. Cancer
Commitment contract below if you are willing to commit on being
a model of a disease-free lifestyle. May you inspire others to
follow your example.

I, _______________ a grade 7 students of __________________

School, hereby commit to do the following starting today,
__________________ until __________________ in order to
prevent non- communicable diseases.

1. Eat Healthful Foods.

2. Exercise at least 30 minutes thrice a week.
3. Rest and sleep for seven to nine hours every night.
4. (Your personal commitment) ___________________________
5. (Your personal commitment) ___________________________

Name and Signature ___________________________________

Date ___________________________________
Thank
You!!