Your Life
Chronic illnesses are predominantly PREVENTABLE. Yet, they account for some of the most common health problems in the US, according to the CDC. Chronic diseases are the leading causes of death and disability accounting for 70% of annual deaths. Chronic illness includes heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer, and add to rising health care costs with 75% of health care dollars devoted to the treatment of these diseases. Again, don’t miss out on the good news. YOU have the power to prevent or dramatically decrease the risk of chronic disease through healthy diets and lifestyle changes such as exercise and refraining from smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. This isn’t new news, but a reminder of the shocking statistics is an important jolt towards healthier living.
Disease Prevention
source: Harvard School of Public Health
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