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Chronic Disease Study Materials

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The "Objectives for Chronic Disease" course aims to delineate the burden and distribution of chronic diseases, examine variations in distribution by demographic factors, and identify related risk factors. The "MOC Questions" section provides multiple-choice questions about various chronic diseases, focusing on specifics like disparities and risk factors.<br /><br />Key points include:<br /><br />1. <strong>Asthma Disparities</strong>: Higher prevalence associated with lower household income and higher rates among females and non-Hispanic Black individuals.<br />   <br />2. <strong>Prediabetes and Diabetes</strong>: Cardiovascular disease and amputations are more common complications than end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Significant risk reduction via weight loss is highlighted.<br /><br />3. <strong>Cancer Mortality</strong>: Lung, breast, prostate, and colorectal cancers are leading causes of cancer death. Factors reducing risk for breast cancer include breastfeeding.<br /><br />4. <strong>Cancer Incidence by Age</strong>: Incidence of breast cancer increases with age, peaking in women over 50.<br /><br />5. <strong>Cancer Risk Factors in Males</strong>: Lack of physical activity is linked to increased colorectal cancer risk, and alcohol use is linked to cancers such as breast and liver, not prostate.<br /><br />6. <strong>Cancer Health Disparities</strong>: Men have higher mortality rates for many cancers including melanoma, and Black men have higher prostate cancer rates.<br /><br />7. <strong>Leading Cause of ESRD</strong>: Diabetes accounts for about 40% of ESRD cases.<br /><br />8. <strong>Glaucoma</strong>: It has higher prevalence among non-Hispanic Black adults and women; it is the second leading cause of blindness globally.<br /><br />9. <strong>Liver Disease and Cirrhosis</strong>: Risk factors include non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, excessive alcohol use, and chronic hepatitis B and C.<br /><br />The course emphasizes understanding chronic disease epidemiology through a detailed examination of demographic variations and risk factors, providing healthcare professionals with the knowledge necessary for effective management and prevention strategies. References uphold this information, drawing on reputable sources such as the CDC and peer-reviewed studies.

Keywords

chronic diseases

demographic factors

risk factors

asthma disparities

prediabetes

cancer mortality

cancer incidence

cancer health disparities

end-stage renal disease

glaucoma