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Chronic conditions Chronic disease A disease that persists for a long time, a disease lasting 3 months or more Chronic diseases generally cannot be prevented by vaccines or cured by medication, nor do they just disappear. Stats 14.8% of the population (20+ years) has 2 or more chronic diseases concurrently. chronic disease rates are increasing at 14% each year. 4 out of 5 are at risk Various chronic conditions Anemia Cardiovascular disease (heart attack, stroke, hypertension, high cholesterol) Cancer diabetes Arthritis Obesity respiratory diseases Osteoporosis Dental and oral disease Family History and Your Health What does it mean to be “at risk” for developing a disease? You are likely to develop the disease, but can possibly prevent it. Why is it important to know your family health history? It can tell you if a disease runs in your family, putting you at risk. If you know you’re at risk, you can take steps to protect yourself. Family History and Your Health What two factors contribute to a person’s risk? Genetics and environment Why is it important to make healthy choices and take good care of your body? You can reduce, if not neutralize, genetic risk factors and add years to your life. Chronic Disease Project Complementary and Alternative Medicine A Holistic Approach Alternative medicine is an unconventional way of treating various chronic health conditions. The procedures used are not normally accepted as part of our regular or conventional medical treatments. Most alternative medicine techniques have unproven results. They are based on theories and practices that treat the whole body and its systems, mind, body and spirit. Complementary and Alternative Medicine A Holistic Approach There is an increase in the popularity of this type of treatment, especially for conditions such as allergies, depression, arthritis, high or low blood pressure, menstrual problems, migraines and even cancer. Alternative medicine can also be used to simply improve overall health. Some medical practitioners are beginning to use alternative medicine in conjunction with traditional medical treatments; this is known as complementary medicine. This blended version of medical treatment is becoming more and more accepted by both patients and doctors as part of their treatment for chronic conditions and for promoting good health and well being generally. Complementary medicine is now taught to new medical students. Some Types of Alternative Medicine The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) established by the National Institutes of Health, has classified Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) into five categories: Alternative medical systems Mind body interventions Biological based therapies Manipulative and body therapies Energy therapies Regulation Regulation for natural health products varies around the world. In Canada, these products were somewhat regulated by Health Canada, within the Food and Drug Section of the Food and Drug Act and Regulations. In June 2003, the Minister of Health announced the adoption of new regulations for these products. A new section called "The Natural Health Products Regulations" has been included in the Food and Drug Act and Regulations. These new regulations answer to consumer demands for more regulations in regards to the labelling and production of products and the evidence to support health claims. Risks of Alternative or Complementary Medicine There have been reports of adverse drug reactions, inappropriate therapies, unintentional overdoses of products, and injuries caused by unqualified practitioners. It is important to evaluate the information and its source with regard to any of these products and procedures. Look for licensing of the product in Canada. New regulations require licensing and scientific proof of any health claim. Complementary and Alternative Healthcare in New Brunswick Research question Complementary and Alternative Healthcare in New Brunswick Complementary and alternative medicine, or CAM, can be defined as any medical product, practice or treatment that is not thought of as a standard care (Adapted from Healthy Debate). This includes practices such as acupuncture, homeopathy, naturopathy, reflexology, chiropractic, massage therapy and others. Currently, no CAM practices are funded by New Brunswick Medicare. Some may be covered by private insurance companies, such as Blue Cross. Complementary and Alternative Healthcare in New Brunswick Some of them are regulated by the Province of New Brunswick, which means there is an Act (a set of laws) that governs what they can and cannot do and a governing body that oversees who is admitted to the profession and what training is required. Most are not regulated. A lack of regulation does not necessarily mean that the CAM service cannot be offered. As long as the service does not break other existing laws, such as practicing medicine without a license, then it can still be offered. A lack of regulation, though, means that there is no standard level of training or care and that there is no governing body overseeing the professional. Video and handout http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/episodes/2009-episodes/miracle-makersor-money-takers http://www.cbc.ca/player/play/782022211671 Current Trends and issues related to nutritional health Top 10 Nutrition Trends for 2016 Plant-based eating patterns are on the rise The quest for protein intensifies Snacking is on the rise across all demographic segments Sustainability movement broadens focus beyond production practices Holistic, community-based approaches are being adopted to improve health outcomes Current Trends and issues related to nutritional health Delivery channels for nutrition education interventions are changing Interventions addressing health inequities linked to socioeconomic status are being enacted by more providers Growing distrust of science, government and food industry has consumers forging their own nutritional path Fad Diet Project