What chronic diseases are we particularly concerned about? What measures are currently being taken to impact these in a positive way? How can healthcare policy impact these chronic illnesses?
Globally, more than 70 % of deaths are due to chronic diseases, in the United States.
The chronic diseases are we particularly concerned about are;
Cancer
diabetes
Cardiovascular diseases
respiratory conditions, and arthritis
Measures that are currently being taken to impact these in a positive way include making people aware of the factors that put them at risk for developing these diseases i.e. change in lifestyle such as proper diet, sleep and exercise and in case the person is already suffering delay the progression. Healthcare policies such as the Affordable care act which lay a great importance on prevention by the lifestyle change impact these chronic illnesses.
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