Introduction
Street epidemic diseases refer to the most common causes of death and disability worldwide. These diseases account for more than 36 million deaths every year, which is about 60% of all mortality globally. They include cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory infections, stroke and diabetes mellitus.
Coronary heart disease
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a condition in which the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle become hardened and narrowed, thereby reducing blood flow to the heart. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of death in the United States and one of the most common reasons for hospitalization due to chest pain. CAD occurs when plaque builds up on your artery walls, making them narrow or clog. This can lead to heart attacks and strokes.
Cholesterol levels
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in the blood. It is produced by the liver and also obtained from food. High levels of cholesterol may lead to coronary heart disease.
High levels of cholesterol can be harmful for your health, as it can increase your risk of developing cardiovascular disease or a stroke. High cholesterol levels can be caused by genetics, eating too much saturated fat and not exercising enough, but there are several things you can do to lower your cholesterol levels:
- Eat a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains
- Limit saturated fats from animal products like meat and dairy products such as full-fat cheese and cream
- Increase physical activity through running or cycling – even brisk walking every day will help
Stroke
Stroke, also known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), is the third leading cause of death worldwide. It can happen at any age but is more common in older people and those with high blood pressure or diabetes.
Strokes are caused by a blockage of blood flow to the brain that may be caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. This can lead to brain cell damage, muscle weakness and disability. This could happen after one stroke or multiple strokes over time.
Symptoms include:
- Sudden numbness or weakness on one side of your body
- Loss of balance and coordination
- Trouble speaking or understanding others’ speech
High blood pressure
High blood pressure is a leading cause of heart disease and stroke. It can also lead to other complications such as kidney disease or damage, heart failure and blindness.
If you have high blood pressure, or hypertension, medication and lifestyle changes are important ways to keep it under control. Lifestyle changes include: eating a healthy diet; exercising regularly; not smoking; limiting alcohol consumption (if you drink).
Smoking and tobacco use
Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S., killing more than 480,000 people each year. The harmful effects of smoking include:
- Heart disease (including heart attacks and strokes)
- Lung cancer and other cancers
- Emphysema, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Pneumonia and influenza
Smoking can also lead to nicotine addiction. Tobacco use kills nearly one out of every five adults who smoke cigarettes regularly, making it the number one cause of preventable death in America. In addition to these health risks, tobacco products also result in significant economic costs for individuals and society as a whole through direct medical care costs as well as costs related to lost productivity due to illness or premature death caused by smoking-related conditions such as COPD or heart disease.
Physical inactivity
- Physical inactivity is a major contributor to the development of street epidemic diseases. You should exercise at least once every day for about 30 minutes, or as much time as you can spare. It’s recommended that you start with small amounts and gradually increase your daily exercise habits over time.
- Exercising at home is easy! Simply walk up and down stairs while carrying heavy items such as bags of groceries or laundry baskets. You can also do pushups, situps, squats and lunges (wherever you are). If you work in an office job where sitting isn’t an option, try standing on one foot while holding onto something steady (such as a table leg) for some balance training!
- Burning calories doesn’t have to be a chore if you make it enjoyable by listening to music while dancing around your living room (or backyard). In fact this will help keep you motivated since it feels like fun instead of hard work!
This will give tips on how to prevent street epidemic diseases.
While these diseases may seem like something out of a medical drama, they’re actually quite common in today’s world. In fact, there are many ways to prevent them! Some of these include:
- Avoiding smoking
- Eating healthy
- Avoiding stress
- Getting your cholesterol checked regularly by your doctor and/or using a home monitoring system like the Omron BP742N 5 Series Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor with Easy-to-Read LCD Display and IntelliSense™ Technology which can alert you when it’s time to get re-tested. It also has a large screen so you can see the numbers clearly while still being easy to use (it even has an auto-shutoff function). This makes it perfect for anyone who wants to take control over their health but doesn’t have time for regular doctor visits every few months or even every year!
Conclusion
If you want to prevent these diseases, there are things that you can do. First, eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Second, stay away from tobacco products and limit your alcohol consumption. Thirdly, make sure that your cholesterol levels remain normal by taking medication prescribed by your doctor. Finally, if you have high blood pressure or diabetes mellitus type 2 then take medications as prescribed by a physician