Chapter 37.3, Problem 6MI

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The ways by which a person can decrease the chances of having non infectious diseases.

Introduction:

The non-infectious diseases are defined as some illness, which is caused by internal abnormalities of the individuals and they are not transferrable from one person to another.

Explanation of Solution

These are the measures which should be taken to avoid getting non-infectious diseases.

1. Healthy life style: most of the non-infectious diseases are caused by sedentary and unhealthy habits. So, by choosing a healthy life style that includes proper exercise and a balance diet according to the person’s profession and daily activities, some illnesses can be avoided.
2. Avoiding ill habits: Drinking and smoking increases the chances of many cancers and other cardio vascular diseases. By avoiding these, a person may increase the chance of being healthy.
3. Practicing hygiene and cleanliness: there are many diseases caused by ignorance of cleanliness and hygienic practices. By keeping a good environment around you many bacterial infection can be avoided and it also gives inner calmness.
4. Time to time diagnosis: A complete health checkup at regular intervals may help in detection of different abnormalities, which can avoid severe damages to the body.