Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are illnesses that cannot be transmitted between people through vectors or contaminated objects. They have complex, non-contagious origins involving multiple risk factors like lifestyle choices, genetics, and environmental hazards. Common NCDs have risk factors such as tobacco and alcohol use, poor diet, obesity, high blood pressure, and physical inactivity. Managing these risk factors through a healthy diet, exercise, medical checkups, stress relief and quitting tobacco can help minimize the chances of developing NCDs.

1. NON
COMMUNICABLE
DISEASES

2. NON COMMUNICABLE
DISEASES?
The diseases which cannot be
transmitted by the people, vectors or
contaminated objects are called “Non
Communicable Diseases”.
These can be caused by either life style,
genetic conditions or hazards in the
environment.

3. CHARACTERISTICS OF NCD’s
Complex etiology
Multiple risk factors
Long latency period
Non-contagious origin
Prolonged course of
illness
Functional impairment of
disability

6. RISK FACTORS OF NCD’S
Usage of tobacco
Physical inactivity
High blood pressure
Consumption of
alcohol
Raised cholesterol
Obesity
Raised blood glucose
Decrease in intake of
fruits and vegetables

9. HOW TO MINMIZE THE RISK?
Healthy diet
Regular exercise
Decrease in the usage of tobacco
Decrease in the consumption of alcohol
Regular medical checkups
Intake of fresh fruits and vegetables
Avoiding junk foods
Maintain healthy weight
Have enough sleep and manage stress