World Health Organization: NCDs kill 41 million people each year

Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are a group of diseases that are not caused by an acute infection, but rather by a combination of genetic, environmental, and behavioral factors. NCDs include heart disease, stroke, cancer, chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease. These diseases are the leading cause of death and disability worldwide, accounting for an estimated 74% of all deaths in 2020.

The risk of developing NCDs is increased by a number of factors, including:

Age
Family history
Unhealthy diet
Physical inactivity
Tobacco use
Excessive alcohol use
High blood pressure
High blood sugar
High cholesterol
There are a number of things that can be done to reduce the risk of developing NCDs, including:

Eating a healthy diet
Getting regular physical activity
Not smoking
Drinking alcohol in moderation
Managing blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol
Maintaining a healthy weight
Getting regular checkups with your doctor
NCDs can be a serious and debilitating, but they can often be prevented or managed with early detection and treatment. If you are concerned about your risk of developing NCDs, talk to your doctor.

Here are some additional information about NCDs:

NCDs are the leading cause of death and disability in all countries, but they are particularly prevalent in low- and middle-income countries.
NCDs are a major economic burden, costing countries trillions of dollars each year in healthcare costs and lost productivity.
There are a number of effective interventions that can be used to prevent and control NCDs, including:
Public health measures, such as tobacco control, salt reduction, and physical activity promotion
Individual-level interventions, such as dietary counseling, smoking cessation, and weight management
NCDs are a complex problem, but they are not insurmountable. With effective prevention and control measures, we can reduce the burden of NCDs and improve the health of people around the world.