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Human & Financial Cost of Disease

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Human & Financial Cost of Disease

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  • Non-communicable diseases cause physical symptoms and additional burdens.
  • In the UK, the NHS provides free healthcare, but in other countries, individuals may face treatment costs.
  • Diseases can lead to work absences, resulting in reduced income and missed career opportunities.
  • Symptoms of non-communicable diseases can reduce quality of life, shorten lifespan, and cause stress and mental health decline.
  • These diseases strain both the individual and their close relationships.
  • On a larger scale, diseases have social and economic impacts locally, nationally, and globally.
  • Locally, high levels of obesity, smoking, or alcohol consumption can strain healthcare resources like hospital beds.
  • Nationally, in the UK, the NHS bears the healthcare costs, affecting national spending on hospitals, treatments, and medications.
  • Economically, fewer people working due to illness impacts the country's economy.
  • Globally, non-communicable diseases can hinder a country's development if treatments are unaffordable for low-income families, reducing the workforce and limiting economic growth.
  • Understanding the costs of diseases at local, national, and global levels is crucial for discussions and exams.

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