Chronic Illnesses
Illnesses like diabetes or heart disease that last for a long time.
What are chronic illnesses?
Eating too much sugar, fat, or salt can lead to this problem.
What is poor nutrition or unhealthy weight gain?
Not getting enough exercise is called this.
What is physical inactivity?
The conditions where people live, learn, and work that affect their health.
What are social determinants of health?
Most middle school students need about this many hours of sleep each night.
What is 8–10 hours?
This long-term disease affects how your body uses sugar.
What is diabetes?
This meal is often called the most important of the day.
What is breakfast?
Exercise helps make this muscle in your body stronger.
What is the heart?
Access to this helps people make healthier choices.
What is education?
Going to bed and waking up at the same time helps maintain this.
What is a healthy sleep routine or sleep schedule?
High blood pressure is a risk factor for this chronic illness.
What is heart disease?
Fast food and soda are examples of foods high in this.
What is sugar, salt, or fat?
Teens should get about this many minutes of activity each day.
What is 60 minutes?
Living far from grocery stores limits access to this.
What is healthy food or nutrition?
Wearing sunglasses protects these from UV rays.
What are your eyes?
You can lower your risk of chronic illness by doing this every day.
What is exercising or staying active?
Not eating enough fruits and vegetables can cause a lack of these.
What are vitamins and minerals?
Sitting too long can lead to weight gain and this kind of tiredness.
What is low energy or fatigue?
Safe neighborhoods and clean air are examples of this.
What is a healthy environment?
Staying in the shade and wearing hats helps prevent this.
What is sunburn?
Chronic illnesses can often be prevented by making these kinds of daily choices.
What are healthy lifestyle choices?
Eating a balanced diet helps your body do this.
What is stay healthy and strong?
Physical activity helps prevent this chronic illness related to blood sugar.
What is type 2 diabetes?
Improving these conditions helps create fairness in health for everyone.
What is health equity?
Too much UV exposure over time increases your risk for this disease.
What is skin cancer?