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Obesity
Risk Factors: sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, genetics. Prevention: balanced diet, physical activity, regular health check-ups.
Cardiovascular Disease
Risk Factors: high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes. Prevention: healthy diet, regular exercise, no smoking.
Type 2 Diabetes
Risk Factors: obesity, family history, high blood sugar levels. Prevention: weight management, balanced diet, regular screening.
Cancer
Risk Factors: smoking, excessive alcohol, genetics. Prevention: avoid tobacco, limit alcohol, sunscreen use.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Risk Factors: smoking, long-term exposure to irritants, genetics. Prevention: avoid smoking, reduce exposure to pollutants, maintain good lung health.
Hypertension
Risk Factors: unhealthy diet, obesity, excessive alcohol. Prevention: reduce sodium intake, regular physical activity, manage stress.
Arthritis
Risk Factors: age, family history, previous joint injury. Prevention: maintain a healthy weight, regular exercise, avoid injury.
Stroke
Risk Factors: high blood pressure, diabetes, heart diseases. Prevention: control blood pressure, healthy diet, exercise.
Osteoporosis
Risk Factors: age, decreased sex hormones, genetic predisposition. Prevention: adequate calcium intake, vitamin D, weight-bearing exercises.
Multiple Sclerosis
Risk Factors: family history, smoking, vitamin D deficiency. Prevention: smoking cessation, vitamin D supplementation, healthy lifestyle.
Chronic Kidney Disease
Risk Factors: diabetes, hypertension, family history. Prevention: control blood sugar, maintain healthy blood pressure, healthy lifestyle.
Asthma
Risk Factors: family history, allergies, smoking. Prevention: avoid triggers, manage allergies, get regular vaccinations.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Risk Factors: age, smoking, genetics. Prevention: protect eyes from UV light, regular eye exams, diet rich in antioxidants.
Dementia
Risk Factors: age, genetics, head trauma. Prevention: mental stimulation, social engagement, control of cardiovascular risk factors.
Fibromyalgia
Risk Factors: female gender, family history, other autoimmune diseases. Prevention: stress reduction, regular exercise, proper sleep hygiene.
Parkinson's Disease
Risk Factors: age, male gender, exposure to toxins. Prevention: regular exercise, avoid exposure to pesticides, healthy diet.
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Risk Factors: H. pylori infection, chronic use of NSAIDs, smoking. Prevention: limit NSAID use, manage stress, avoid smoking.
Chronic Pancreatitis
Risk Factors: heavy alcohol use, gallstones, genetic mutations. Prevention: avoid excessive alcohol, healthy diet, manage triglyceride levels.
Psoriasis
Risk Factors: family history, stress, certain medications. Prevention: stress management, avoid trigger factors, regular skin care.
Celiac Disease
Risk Factors: family history, genetic predisposition, other autoimmune diseases. Prevention: Early diagnosis, gluten-free diet, awareness of gluten-containing products.
Hearing Loss
Risk Factors: prolonged exposure to loud noise, aging, certain medications. Prevention: use hearing protection, avoid ototoxic drugs, regular hearing check-ups.
Alzheimer's Disease
Risk Factors: age, family history, genetics. Prevention: brain-healthy diet, mental exercise, control cardiovascular risks.
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Risk Factors: obesity, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol. Prevention: weight loss, healthy diet, control of diabetes.
Epilepsy
Risk Factors: brain injury, genetics, infectious diseases. Prevention: wear protective gear, good hygiene practices, manage febrile illnesses in children.
Chronic Liver Disease
Risk Factors: heavy alcohol use, obesity, hepatitis infection. Prevention: limit alcohol consumption, maintain a healthy weight, vaccinate against hepatitis.
Lupus
Risk Factors: female gender, age, sun exposure. Prevention: limited sun exposure, treat infections promptly, healthy lifestyle.
Gout
Risk Factors: high uric acid levels, alcohol consumption, obesity. Prevention: limit intake of high-purine foods, maintain a healthy weight, avoid alcohol.
Melanoma
Risk Factors: exposure to UV radiation, having moles, family history. Prevention: use sunscreen, avoid tanning beds, regular skin checks.
Migraine
Risk Factors: family history, age, female gender. Prevention: identify and avoid triggers, stress management, regular sleep.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Risk Factors: obesity, family history, insulin resistance. Prevention: maintain a healthy weight, balanced diet, manage insulin levels.
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