Topic 1.1

Topic 1.1

Chronic Condition

A wide range of chronic and complex health conditions that develop gradually, persist for long periods of time, and cause permanent tissue damage.

Chronic Illness

The human experience of a disease from the perspective of the person with the chronic condition.

Co-morbidity

When a person has two chronic conditions simultaneously, often sharing risk factors.

Multimorbidity

When a person has more than three chronic conditions.

Risk Factors

Factors that negatively impact health, categorized into modifiable (e.g., poor nutrition, physical inactivity) and non-modifiable (e.g., age, heredity).

Disabilities

Resulting from chronic conditions, impacting individuals differently.

Social Determinants of Health

Factors influencing health outcomes related to chronic conditions.

Burden of Disease

The impact of chronic conditions on individuals and society.