Risk Factors for Non-Communicable Diseases

• What is a risk factor?

  Anything that increases disease likelihood
• Do risk factors guarantee that a person will develop a disease?

  No, they only increase the chance
• What type of diseases does the concept of risk factors apply to?

  All diseases
• What are non-communicable diseases?

  Diseases that can't be spread person to person
• What are common categories of risk factors?

  Lifestyle aspects and substances in the environment
• How does obesity relate to diabetes and heart attacks?

  Obesity is a risk factor for both
• What are two risk factors for lung cancer?

  Air pollution and smoking
• How do multiple risk factors interact in cardiovascular disease?

  They collectively contribute to the disease
• What direct effect does smoking have on health?

  It directly causes cardiovascular disease
• What can excessive alcohol consumption cause?

  Liver disease
• What health problems can smoking or drinking during pregnancy cause?

  A range of health problems for the unborn baby
• How does obesity relate to type 2 diabetes?

  Obesity can cause type 2 diabetes
• What substances can cause cancer?

  Asbestos and radiation
• How do diseases impact families and communities?

  They affect support systems and productivity
• What happens to a family's financial situation when a member gets ill?

  They may become poorer due to illness
• How does disease prevalence affect national productivity?

  More disease leads to less productivity
• What do scientists need to find out about diseases?


  Who catches each type of disease and why
• What is a common characteristic of people in developed countries regarding diet?

  They often eat unhealthy food
• Why are deprived areas associated with higher disease rates?

  People are more likely to smoke and have poor diets
• What are the key takeaways about risk factors and health?

  • Many risk factors affect disease chances
  • Some risk factors are out of our control
  • Lifestyle choices significantly impact health
• What resources does Cognito offer for studying?

  • Videos on various topics
  • Questions and flashcards
  • Exam style questions and past papers
  • Progress tracking for study management