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Taking measures to prevent diseases, improve our health, and extend our lifespan
A disease affecting people from all walks of life
The condition where technology controls a person
Individuals may be referred to addiction treatment centers if deemed necessary
Promoting mental well-being by coping with stress and recognizing abilities
One of the most widely abused substances globally due to nicotine addiction
Activation of the brain's reward pleasure mechanism by repeating a certain behavior
Crucial in preventing relapse after quitting alcohol or drugs.
Complete well-being physically, mentally, and socially
A product containing vaporized nicotine reported as harmful.
1.85 million out of 3 million deaths in 2017 were preventable.
The process of recovery by combating addiction
Inability to quit substances despite knowing the physical and psychological harms
Risking something valuable in hopes of gaining something more valuable
The beginning of the body's purification process after quitting substance use
The process of reintegrating into society healthily
Healthy living aims for overall well-being, covering physical, mental and social aspects. This involves adopting a balanced diet, incorporating regular physical activity into daily routines, ensuring sufficient sleep and building resilience to cope with stress. It's not just about avoiding disease; it's also about fostering vitality, motivation and a positive approach to life.
The International Federation of Green Crescent (IFGC) emphasizes the importance of embracing a healthy living to prevent disease, enhance quality of life and promote a happy life. In line with this, Country Green Crescents affiliated with the International Federation of Green Crescent, undertake activities that promote not only disease prevention but also the cultivation of an energetic, motivated and positive approach to life. Through their dedicated voluntary and professional teams, they effectively tackle addiction and promote well-being.
As per the definition by the World Health Organization (WHO), health is not merely the absence of disease or infirmity; it covers overall physical, mental and social well-being.
Recognizing the different types of addiction is undeniably crucial for effective addiction prevention, but it's equally vital to instill healthy living habits that keep individuals away from addiction. Having knowledge about factors directly impacting mental and physical health, such as balanced nutrition, sufficient sleep and regular physical activity, acts as a protective barrier against addiction risks.
Identifying, eliminating or lessening any factors that pose threats to health (social, environmental, economic, cultural and behavioral) along with increasing and disseminating protective factors fall under the realm of prevention. From a preventive standpoint, it's much simpler, more effective and cost-efficient to prevent a problem with potentially harmful consequences before it arises than to mitigate the resulting damages.
The benefits of preventive healthcare services are numerous:
Deaths occurring prematurely in a community, before the expected lifespan, are termed "premature deaths." According to the "OECD 2019 Health Report", one out of every four deaths, totaling 3 million premature deaths, could have been prevented. In the United States, it's estimated that half of all deaths in 2000 were preventable, with 400,000 deaths attributed to poor nutrition and sedentary lifestyles. Another study suggests that by avoiding trans fats, limiting salt intake, and managing blood pressure, 100 million premature deaths could be prevented over the next 25 years.
Prevention efforts enable individuals and communities to lead healthier lives by taking simple measures, adopting behavior changes and raising awareness before significant suffering and trauma occur. These efforts also involve creating an environment that supports healthy behaviors and prevents unhealthy ones.
Healthy living entails taking responsibility for your own decisions and making wise health choices for both the present and the future. It includes:
Achieving healthy living requires harmony across all aspects of one's being, making it essential to build a balanced lifestyle.
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