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EPIDEMIOLOGY OF NON-COMMUNICABLE Description also available in video format (attached below), for better experience use your desktop Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Burden : Leading cause of death globally (~17.9 million deaths/year). Major contributor to disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) and healthcare costs. Includes coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, and other heart conditions. Epidemicity : Increasing globally, especially in low- and middle-income countries due to lifestyle changes, urbanization, and aging populations. More than 75% of CVD deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. Risk Factors : Behavioral: smoking, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, alcohol use. Metabolic: high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, dyslipidemia. Psychosocial stress and genetic predisposition. Prevention : Promoting healthy lifestyles (exercise, di...

EPIDEMIOLOGY OF STDs & AIDS Description also available in video format (attached below), for better experience use your desktop STDs ·        Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are infections that spread through sexual contact. ·        They can be caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi. ·        Prevention, early detection, and treatment are crucial in reducing the burden of STDs and preventing their complications. ·        Here's a brief overview of the epidemiology, pathogenesis, pathology, and clinical presentation of some common STDs: 1.      Chlamydia trachomatis : ·         Epidemiology: Chlamydia is one of the most common bacterial STIs worldwide, particularly among young sexually active individuals. It's more prevalent ...