The Singapore Family Physician  2012;38(3):8-9

Epidemiology of Chronic Diseases and the Need for Lifestyle Advice

Jonathan Pang ; Lee Gan Goh

Keywords

Financial burden; Disease continuum; High risk diseases; Lifestyle Advice Resource; Prevalence

Country

Singapore

Language

English

Abstract

Chronic diseases have a serious impact on individuals and on society in general. They affect the quality of life of individuals and can be a financial burden on those who are affected. There is a disease continuum of lifestyle, high risk diseases, and end organ damage. Lifestyle change is necessary if we are to reduce the prevalence of these chronic diseases. The Health Choices, Lifestyle Advice Resource for Healthcare Professionals provides a tool for lifestyle counselling.