Lifestyle Info

Noncommunicable diseases (NCD’s) are a major cause of death and disability in the UK and worldwide (WHO), 2015. The four main types of NCD’s diseases are cardiovascular diseases (such as heart attacks and stroke), cancers, chronic respiratory diseases (such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma) and diabetes.

Modifiable behavioural risk factor such as tobacco use, physical inactivity, unhealthy diet and the harmful use of alcohol increase the risk of NCDs.

These risks can be reduced by encouraging and supporting individuals to make changes to improve their lifestyle and underpinning this is good mental well being which helps to adopt healthier lifestyles.

Alcohol

The Chief Medical Officer released new guidance on alcohol in 2016. Click on Alcohol for information on the recommendations, current situation, risks, and benefits of low or no alcohol.

Healthy Eating

Eating a wide range of foods to ensure a balanced diet and that your body is getting all the nutrients its needs. Click on Healthy Eating for further information on the recommendations, current situation and benefits.

Immunisation

The World Health Organisation estimates that 3 million lives are saved every year worldwide through immunisation, although we will never know which individuals are alive because they were immunised as children. Click on Immunisation for more information.

Physical Activity

Being active keeps people physically and mentally well. Click on Physical Activity for further information on the recommendations, current situation and benefits.

Smoking

Quitting smoking is the single best thing a person can do to improve their health. Click on Smoking for further information on the recommendations, current situation and benefits of stopping.