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WorksheetsUnderstanding Non Communicable Diseases
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the definition of a non-communicable disease (NCD)?
A disease that spreads from person to person through direct contact
A disease that cannot be transmitted from one person to another
A disease caused by bacteria or viruses
A disease that only affects children
Which of the following is a common type of non-communicable disease?
Influenza
Tuberculosis
Diabetes
Chickenpox
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for non-communicable diseases?
Smoking
Lack of physical activity
Eating fruits and vegetables
High blood pressure
Which lifestyle habit can help prevent non-communicable diseases?
Smoking cigarettes
Eating a balanced diet
Skipping breakfast
Watching TV all day
Which of the following is a non-communicable disease?
Measles
Asthma
Malaria
Common cold
Which nutrient is important for maintaining a healthy heart and preventing heart disease?
Vitamin C
Fiber
Sugar
Saturated fat
Which of the following is a way to reduce your risk of developing non-communicable diseases?
Exercising regularly
Eating more junk food
Smoking
Avoiding fruits and vegetables
Which of the following best describes the impact of lifestyle on health?
Lifestyle has no effect on health
Healthy lifestyle choices can reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases
Only genetics determine health
Lifestyle only affects mental health
Which of the following is an example of a prevention strategy for non-communicable diseases?
Getting vaccinated
Eating a diet high in processed foods
Regular physical activity
Sharing personal items
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes?
Regular exercise
High sugar intake
Eating vegetables
Drinking water
Which of the following best explains why non-communicable diseases are sometimes called "lifestyle diseases"?
They are caused by bacteria
They are spread through the air
They are often linked to unhealthy lifestyle choices
They only affect children
How can eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables help prevent non-communicable diseases?
By increasing sugar intake
By providing essential nutrients and antioxidants
By causing weight gain
By reducing physical activity
Why is regular physical activity important in preventing non-communicable diseases?
It increases stress
It helps maintain a healthy weight and improves heart health
It causes high blood pressure
It leads to poor sleep
Which of the following best describes the relationship between nutrition and disease prevention?
Poor nutrition always prevents disease
Good nutrition can lower the risk of developing non-communicable diseases
Nutrition has no effect on disease
Only medication can prevent disease
If a person has a family history of heart disease, which action would best help reduce their risk?
Ignoring their diet
Smoking regularly
Exercising and eating a healthy diet
Avoiding all physical activity
A student wants to lower their risk of developing non-communicable diseases. Which combination of actions would be most effective?
Eating fast food and not exercising
Smoking and drinking sugary drinks
Eating a balanced diet and being physically active
Skipping meals and staying up late
A person who smokes, eats unhealthy foods, and does not exercise is at risk for which of the following?
Only communicable diseases
Only non-communicable diseases
Both communicable and non-communicable diseases
No diseases
Imagine you are planning a school campaign to reduce non-communicable diseases. Which strategy would be most effective?
Encouraging students to eat more fruits and vegetables and exercise regularly
Promoting the sharing of personal items
Telling students to avoid all food
Ignoring the importance of health
A friend wants to know how to prevent non-communicable diseases. Which advice would you give based on evidence?
Eat lots of processed foods and avoid exercise
Maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and avoid smoking
Only focus on mental health
Ignore family medical history
Suppose a community has a high rate of non-communicable diseases. What is a logical first step to address this issue?
Increase access to healthy foods and promote physical activity
Encourage people to eat more junk food
Reduce opportunities for exercise
Ignore the problem
