SOC 4369 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Passive Smoking, Cardiovascular Disease, Olive Oil
Document Summary
Generally cannot be prevented by vaccines or completely cured by medication. Can limit functionality and quality of life. Cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, copd, alzheimer"s disease, arthritis, obesity, mental illness. 20th century marked a shift from infectious to chronic disease. Chronic diseases are now the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in industrialized countries. Trend is now seen in developing countries. Chronic diseases share some common modifiable risk factors opportunity for prevention efforts. Risk factor: a factor associated with an increased risk of disease and illness. Nearly 40 causes of death are known to be associated with tobacco use. Most avoidable risk factor for premature death in the world. More than 40 million adults currently smoke. Environmental tobacco (second-hand smoke) leads the list of avoidable risk factors for cancer. Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of: 25% of u. s. adults reported no leisure-time physical activity. People of all ages can benefit from moderate physical activity 5x per week.
