Which Are Non Communicable Diseases?

Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), including heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes and chronic lung disease, are collectively responsible for almost 70% of all deaths worldwide.

What are the 10 non-communicable diseases?

The four main types of noncommunicable diseases include cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disease, and diabetes.
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Chronic respiratory disease
  • chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • asthma.
  • occupational lung diseases, such as black lung.
  • pulmonary hypertension.
  • cystic fibrosis.

What are some examples of non-communicable diseases?

Main types of non-communicable diseases
  • Cardiovascular diseases.
  • Diabetes.
  • Preventable cancers.
  • Chronic respiratory diseases, including asthma.
  • Mental health conditions.
  • Injuries.
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