When we talk about the life-threatening diseases in the world, many of us start thinking of incurable diseases. There is a good number of deadly diseases in India. These diseases also affect highly an individual’s productivity and hence impair their earning ability. This is why it becomes important to prevent ourselves from catching them. This will help us combat the deadly diseases in an era where our lifestyles are probably not satisfactory.
Five Deadliest diseases
1. Cardiovascular Disease(CVD)
Cardiovascular diseases are a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels.
They are the leading cause of death globally.
Symptoms of CVD
pain in the chest, the arms, the left shoulder, elbows, jaw, or back.
difficulty in breathing ;
vomiting;
light-head. ness
a cold sweat;
and turning pale.
Prevention of CVD
To avoid the risk of CVD, take the following steps
Be physically active
Exercise regularly
Monitor your weight
Stop smoking
Control your blood pressure
Keep a check of Your Cholesterol
2. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD is a long-term lung disease that causes the patients difficulty in breathing. Not only in India, but COPD is responsible for taking the lives of many across the world.
Symptoms of COPD
Wheezing
Chest tightness
Lack of energy
Frequent respiratory infections
Swelled ankles, legs, or feet
Shortness of breath
Preventive Measures for COPD
To avoid the risk of COPD, take the following steps:
Do not smoke
Know your family history
Protect yourself against dust, fumes, and chemicals at home or at work
Avoid air pollution
3. Tuberculosis(TB)
Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by bacteria (Mycobacterium tuberculosis) that most often affect the lungs.
Tuberculosis is curable and preventable.
Symptoms of TB
•Fatigue
•Coughing up blood •Fever •Chills •Night sweats •Loss of appetite •Unintentional weight loss
Preventive Measures for Tuberculosis
•Avoid close contact with people where infected may be seen for instance hospitals •Screening for those who have a high risk •Vaccinations if you are infected so that it does not spread
4. Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when the pancreas is no longer able to make insulin, or when the body cannot make good use of the insulin it produces. Diabetes is a life-threatening disease.
Symptoms of Diabetes •Extreme hunger •Unexplained weight loss •Fatigue •Increased thirst •Frequent urination
Preventive measures for Diabetes
•Exercise regularly •Avoid a sedentary lifestyle •Maintain good nutrition •Quit smoking •Add more fiber to your diet and cut sugar
5. Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias
With Alzheimer’s disease comes not only loss of memory, but also loss of life in many cases.
Symptoms of Alzheimer •Difficulty in completing familiar tasks •Forgetting recently learned information •Misplacing things •Problems with words in writing or speaking •Poor judgment and decision making •Inability to manage budget
Preventive Measures for Alzheimer’s Disease •Have a heart-healthy diet (include fruits and veggies in your diet) •Avoid fatty food (Meat, dairy products, olive oil, lean fish, etc.) •Avoid smoking •Control of cardiovascular risk factors
Talking of the deadliest diseases in India, recently coronavirus (COVID-19) was added to the list too Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that cause illnesses like the common cold, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS Originated in China, the virus was identified as a cause of a disease outbreak
The disease was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation in March 2020. At the end Although the life-threatening diseases that we just talked about can be prevented and treated, in case the supplies are not readily available or if the response is not quick, these may even cause deaths.
Having a comprehensive health insurance plan assures you good quality treatment in time of emergency.
The list does not end here. There are many more life-taking diseases that can be prevented. So take precautions because Prevention is better than cure.
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