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Detection of Infectious Diseases in Human Bodies by Using Machine Learning Algorithms
Published in Monika Mangla, Subhash K. Shinde, Vaishali Mehta, Nonita Sharma, Sachi Nandan Mohanty, Handbook of Research on Machine Learning, 2022
Snehlata Bonwal, K. Thirunavukkarasu, Shahnawaz Khan, Satheesh Abimannan
Non-communicable diseases (NCD) are those diseases that cannot be transmitted directly from one person to another [10]. NCD contain diseases like Parkinson’s disease, most heart diseases, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, autoimmune diseases, strokes, diabetes, most cancers, Alzheimer’s disease, chronic kidney problems, cataracts, and others. NCDs, which are also known as chronic diseases, tend to exist for long duration and a combination of genetic, physiological, behavioral, and environmental factors are responsible for their cause. These NCDs kills 41 million people every year alone as compared to 71% of all deaths globally. The major cause of death in high income countries are NCDs. However, in low- and middle-income countries, NCDs cause 78% of the global deaths due to NCDs [11].
Mexico
Published in Braithwaite Jeffrey, Mannion Russell, Matsuyama Yukihiro, Paul G. Shekelle, Whittaker Stuart, Al-Adawi Samir, Healthcare Systems:, 2018
Jafet Arrieta, Enrique Valdespino, Mercedes Aguerrebere
Non‑communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of mortality and disability worldwide, with nearly 80% of NCD deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries (Beaglehole et al., 2011), and about 40% of them occurring before the age of 70 (WHO, 2011). In Mexico, 82% of the burden of disease is due to NCDs, and diabetes and ischemic heart disease represent the top two causes of death (Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, 2015). This growing burden of NCDs poses a significant challenge to health systems and demands innovative and more comprehensive and effective approaches to NCD prevention and control.
Application of PPG to Global Health
Published in Mohamed Elgendi, PPG Signal Analysis, 2020
In 2012, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) accounted for 68% of 56 million total deaths worldwide. Of these NCD deaths, approximately 80% (28 million) occurred in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).[143] Cardiovascular diseases (17.5 million deaths, or 46% of all NCD deaths); cancers (8.2 million, or 22% of all NCD deaths); and respiratory diseases, including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (4.0 million) were the leading causes of these deaths.[144]
Prevalence and risk factors of hypertension among adolescents living in Ghana
Published in International Journal of Environmental Health Research, 2023
Kennedy Diema Konlan, Hyeonkyeong Lee, Agani Afaya
The World Health Organization (WHO) has estimated that non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are responsible for 71% of all deaths worldwide, each year. According to the WHO, cardiovascular diseases are the top killers (17.9 million deaths annually) among NCDs followed by cancers (9.0 million) and respiratory diseases (3.9 million) (Budreviciute et al. 2020). The influence of hypertension is more pervasive, especially in lower and middle-income countries (LMICs). In LMICs, the burden imposed by hypertension is evident in all social facets of the community as the government and inhabitants are afflicted with a double burden of disease in that they must invest money to control infectious diseases and NCDs. Community-level, social, and behavioral factors (mainly sedentary lifestyles combined with excess energy intake) are implicated in hypertension causation (Okop et al. 2016). The risk factors associated with hypertension are numerous and pervasive as LMIC citizens’ dietary patterns and activity levels are changing due to changes in socio-economic status (SES) and cultural values (Agyemang et al. 2005; Okop et al. 2016).
Health-related quality of life in pilots of a Chinese commercial airline
Published in Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health, 2021
Tiebing Liu, Bing Qiu, Chuanyin Zhang, Mingzhao Deng, Zhaohui Liang, Yanmin Qi
In our study, we found that physical activity and fruit and vegetable intake were positively associated with the quality of life, which is similar to several previous studies.20,21 In these studies, physical activity and fruit and vegetable intake were associated with higher quality of life scores, higher self-rated health and lower mortality. Considering the link with possible potential mechanisms, physical activity and fruit and vegetable intake have been found to be associated with increased perceived health and life satisfaction, as well as decreased high blood pressure among mostly middle-aged employees.22 Moreover, regular practice of a physical activity is an important factor in the prevention of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs).23 Although this association varies according to the type and intensity of PA and differs across QOL domains.24
Perceived Drivers of Food Insecurity and Coping Strategies of DACA-Eligible College Students–an Exploratory Study
Published in Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition, 2021
Seth Selorm Klobodu, Marianne Paiva, Joanna Rodriguez, Sarahi Calderon, Matthew Chrisman
An estimated 25% of DREAMers live in poverty, most are Hispanic, under 35 years old with a high school or a general equivalency diploma, identify with different sexual orientations, and are at higher risk of having nutrition-related health problems than non-DREAMers.3 As many as 73% of DREAMer recipients live in low-income households.4 This population is susceptible to many health challenges including non-communicable diseases (NCDs) due to acculturation processes such as the adoption of unhealthy dietary practices (i.e. diets high in saturated fat and low in fruits and vegetables) and sedentary lifestyles.5 These health disparities are often associated with inequalities in the distribution of income and poverty or low socioeconomic status.6 Approximately, 77% of Hispanic adults have been reported to be either overweight or obese.7 Major contributors to the health inequalities and associated NCDs among this population include higher rates of hunger and food insecurity Table 1.8