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Diseases of the West
Vivian Osuchukwu 
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Meshach Aiwerioghene
,
Meshach Aiwerioghene
Public Health in Sub-Saharan Africa: Social Epidemiological Perspectives
Swansea University Authors:
Vivian Osuchukwu , Meshach Aiwerioghene
Abstract
This chapter provides insight into the increasing prevalence of the ‘diseases of the West’ in Africa. It explores the reasons for this trend, including key aspects of economic growth, changes in lifestyle, and a lack of awareness and understanding of these diseases. The chapter also discusses the cu...
| Published in: | Public Health in Sub-Saharan Africa: Social Epidemiological Perspectives |
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| ISBN: | 9781003467601 |
| Published: |
Routledge
2024
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| Online Access: |
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.4324/9781003467601-10/diseases-west-vivian-osuchukwu-erhauyi-meshach-aiwerioghene?context=ubx&refId=974adb0a-f676-4c74-8cac-5b38f5c2598f |
| URI: | https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa68130 |
| Abstract: |
This chapter provides insight into the increasing prevalence of the ‘diseases of the West’ in Africa. It explores the reasons for this trend, including key aspects of economic growth, changes in lifestyle, and a lack of awareness and understanding of these diseases. The chapter also discusses the current trends of these diseases in Africa, the disease risk factors, and possible interventions for prevention and control. The ‘diseases of the West’, also known as the disease of affluence, is a term used to describe the negative health consequences that are associated with a high-income lifestyle. These consequences can include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, obesity, and certain types of cancer. This concept is explored in detail within the chapter and has a clear degree of overlap between other chapters of the book. |
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| College: |
Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences |