Class
JSS2
Term
Third Term
Week
Week 7
Topic
Non-Communicable Diseases
Duration
40 Minutes
Instructional Materials
- Charts showing healthy and diseased organs
- Pictures of diabetes, cancer, hypertension patients
- Food items (balanced and junk food samples)
- Video clips on lifestyle diseases
- Blood pressure chart (if available)
Reference Books
- NERDC Basic Science Curriculum for JSS
- STAN Basic Science for Junior Secondary Schools
- Evans Basic Science for Junior Secondary Schools
- Comprehensive Basic Science by A.O. Ogunniyi
Specific Objectives
At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define non-communicable diseases.
- Differentiate between communicable and non-communicable diseases.
- Identify causes of non-communicable diseases.
- List examples of non-communicable diseases.
- State symptoms of non-communicable diseases.
- Explain ways of preventing non-communicable diseases.
- State the importance of healthy lifestyle.
Introduction
Not all diseases spread from one person to another. Some diseases develop in the body due to lifestyle, heredity, or environmental factors.
These diseases are called non-communicable diseases and they cannot be transmitted through contact.
Meaning of Non-Communicable Diseases
Non-communicable diseases are diseases that cannot be passed from one person to another.
They are also called non-infectious diseases or lifestyle diseases.
Differences Between Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases
| Communicable Diseases |
Non-Communicable Diseases |
| Spread from person to person |
Do not spread |
| Caused by pathogens |
Caused by lifestyle or heredity |
| Examples: malaria, cholera |
Examples: diabetes, cancer |
| Can be prevented by vaccination |
Cannot be prevented by vaccination |
Causes of Non-Communicable Diseases
Non-communicable diseases are caused by:
- Poor diet
- Lack of exercise
- Heredity (genetic factors)
- Aging
- Drug abuse
- Smoking and alcohol intake
- Stress
Examples of Non-Communicable Diseases
- Diabetes
- Cancer
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Asthma
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Obesity
Symptoms of Non-Communicable Diseases
- Frequent tiredness
- Difficulty in breathing
- High blood pressure
- Weight loss or gain
- Chest pain
- Frequent urination (diabetes)
- Weak immune system
Types of Non-Communicable Diseases
1. Hereditary Diseases
Diseases passed from parents to children.
Example: sickle cell anemia
2. Lifestyle Diseases
Caused by unhealthy habits.
Examples: obesity, hypertension
3. Degenerative Diseases
Diseases that develop with age.
Examples: arthritis, cancer
Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases
- Eat balanced diet
- Exercise regularly
- Avoid smoking and alcohol
- Reduce sugar and fat intake
- Regular medical check-ups
- Maintain healthy body weight
- Avoid stress
Healthy Lifestyle Practices
- Regular physical exercise
- Eating fruits and vegetables
- Drinking clean water
- Adequate rest and sleep
- Avoiding junk food
Importance of Healthy Living
Healthy living helps to:
- Prevent diseases
- Improve life expectancy
- Increase productivity
- Maintain strong body
- Reduce medical expenses
Practical Activities
Activity 1: Food Classification
Classify food items into healthy and unhealthy foods.
Conclusion: Healthy diet reduces risk of diseases.
Activity 2: Exercise Demonstration
Perform simple exercises like jogging on the spot.
Conclusion: Exercise helps prevent lifestyle diseases.
Activity 3: Discussion
Discuss family history of diseases (e.g. diabetes, hypertension).
Conclusion: Some diseases are hereditary.
Conclusion
Non-communicable diseases are diseases that do not spread from person to person. They are mainly caused by lifestyle, genetics, and aging. Healthy living and regular exercise can help prevent them.
Evaluation
Answer the following questions:
- Define non-communicable diseases.
- State five examples of non-communicable diseases.
- Mention four causes of non-communicable diseases.
- Differentiate between communicable and non-communicable diseases.
- List five symptoms of non-communicable diseases.
- State four ways of preventing non-communicable diseases.
- What is obesity?
- Mention three lifestyle diseases.
- Explain the importance of exercise.
- State two hereditary diseases.
Objective Questions
Choose the correct answer from A–D.
- Non-communicable diseases are ______.
A. infectious
B. not infectious
C. viral only
D. bacterial only
Answer: B
- Which of the following is a non-communicable disease?
A. malaria
B. cholera
C. diabetes
D. tuberculosis
Answer: C
- Hypertension is also called ______.
A. low blood sugar
B. high blood pressure
C. fever
D. malaria
Answer: B
- One cause of non-communicable diseases is ______.
A. bacteria
B. virus
C. poor lifestyle
D. mosquito bite
Answer: C
- Obesity means ______.
A. underweight
B. overweight
C. blindness
D. fever
Answer: B
- Which of the following helps prevent non-communicable diseases?
A. smoking
B. exercise
C. alcohol intake
D. junk food
Answer: B
- Diabetes is related to ______.
A. blood sugar
B. lungs
C. bones
D. skin
Answer: A
- Cancer is a ______ disease.
A. communicable
B. non-communicable
C. infectious
D. bacterial
Answer: B
- One symptom of non-communicable disease is ______.
A. fever only
B. chest pain
C. mosquito bite
D. rash only
Answer: B
- Hereditary diseases are passed from ______.
A. teachers
B. friends
C. parents
D. doctors
Answer: C
Essay Questions
- Define non-communicable diseases and give examples.
- Differentiate between communicable and non-communicable diseases.
- Explain causes and prevention of non-communicable diseases.
- Discuss the importance of healthy lifestyle.
- Describe types of non-communicable diseases.
Assignment
- List five non-communicable diseases.
- Explain four causes of lifestyle diseases.
- Write five ways of maintaining good health.
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