Chronic Diseases

Heart disease is the leading cause of death globally, accounting for approximately 18 million deaths each year.

Diabetes is a chronic disease characterized by high blood sugar levels due to the body's inability to produce or effectively use insulin.

Lung cancer is the most common type of cancer worldwide, accounting for approximately 1.8 million deaths each year.

Arthritis is a chronic disease characterized by inflammation and damage to the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.

Asthma is a chronic disease characterized by recurrent episodes of wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath due to inflammation and narrowing of the airways.

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia, accounting for approximately 60-80% of cases. It is characterized by progressive memory loss and cognitive decline.

Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a chronic disease characterized by persistently elevated blood pressure.

Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure globally, accounting for approximately 40% of cases.

Gout is a chronic disease characterized by the buildup of uric acid in the blood, leading to painful joints and gout attacks.

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common type of liver disease worldwide, characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver.

Atherosclerosis is a chronic disease characterized by the hardening and narrowing of the arteries due to the buildup of plaque, leading to reduced blood flow.

Lung cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer worldwide, accounting for approximately 1.8 million deaths each year.

Osteoporosis is a chronic disease characterized by the loss of bone density, leading to increased risk of fractures, particularly in the hip, spine, and wrist.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the most common type of chronic kidney disease, characterized by a gradual loss of kidney function over time.