Epidemiology, Prevention and Management of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDS)

A Review

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  • Zullaihat Muhammad Abdullahi Department of Public and Community Health, Novena University, Ogume Delta state, Nigeria. Author
  • Ogor Ijeoma Kingsley Department of Public and Community Health, Novena University, Ogume Delta state, Nigeria. Author
  • Musa Yusuf Department of Public and Community Health, Novena University, Ogume Delta state, Nigeria. Author
  • Uwaka E.O Department of Public and Community Health, Novena University, Ogume Delta state, Nigeria. Author
  • Micheal Otutu Department of Public and Community Health, Novena University, Ogume Delta state, Nigeria. Author
  • Ezekiel Uba Nwose Department of Public and Community Health, Novena University, Ogume Delta state, Nigeria. Author

Abstract

There is no doubt that each year, NCDs cause 40 million deaths worldwide and are typically caused by a confluence of genetic, physiological, environmental, and behavioural factors. This review targeted investigating the epidemiology, prevention and management of NCDs. The four major NCDs in the world are heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disorders, and diabetes; and the five main risk factors for them are tobacco use, physical inactivity, excessive alcohol use, poor diets, and air pollution. The prevalence of NCDs in contemporary society is a serious threat to world health, necessitating coordinated efforts and creative approaches to management and prevention. Understanding NCD aetiology, prevalence trends, and the complex web of risk factors is essential for creating preventive and management measures. The management of risk factors is crucial to the control of NCDs. The management of NCDs necessitates various approaches from various angles and at multiple levels, including national and individual. Governments, healthcare providers, researchers, and communities must work together to solve systemic, cultural, and economic obstacles in the fight against NCDs. These approaches include the implementation of thorough policy frameworks, utilizing technology, emphasizing health education, and encouraging interdisciplinary research. In light of the increased prevalence of NCDs, a healthier future will be made possible by embracing innovation, international cooperation, and a dedication to health fairness. Comprehensive prevention methods that address the underlying causes of NCDs and promote a culture of health are required. Building a healthier future for future generations will depend heavily on our ability to collaborate, innovate, and prioritize health equity as we negotiate the complicated terrain of NCD prevention.

Keywords:

Epidemiology, Prevention, Management, Non-communicable Diseases, Risk factors

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70382/hujhwsr.v7i3.015

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2025-03-16

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Zullaihat Muhammad Abdullahi, Ogor Ijeoma Kingsley, Musa Yusuf, Uwaka E.O, Micheal Otutu, & Ezekiel Uba Nwose. (2025). Epidemiology, Prevention and Management of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDS): A Review. Journal of Health, Wellness and Safety Research, 7(3). https://doi.org/10.70382/hujhwsr.v7i3.015

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