Abstract
Lifestyle is a key determinant in the prevention and
management of chronic diseases. If we would exercise
regularly, eat healthy, control our weight, sleep enough,
manage stress, not smoke and use alcohol only moderately,
90 % of type II diabetes, 80 % of coronary heart disease,
and 70 % of stroke and colon cancer could be prevented.
Unfortunately, global health statistics show that health
promotion campaigns and healthcare have failed to
persuade people to change and manage their lifestyles. A
disruptive solution to this "tsunami" of chronic
conditions is required. This paper outlines a solution
that aims to radically improve people's abilities to
manage their health.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | IFMBE Proceedings |
| Subtitle of host publication | 5th European Conference of the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering |
| Editors | Á. Jobbágy |
| Publisher | Springer |
| Pages | 4-6 |
| Volume | 37 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 978-3-642-23508-5 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-3-642-23507-8 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2011 |
| MoE publication type | A4 Article in a conference publication |
| Event | 5th European Conference of the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering - Budapest, Hungary Duration: 14 Sept 2011 → 18 Sept 2011 |
Conference
| Conference | 5th European Conference of the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering |
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| Country/Territory | Hungary |
| City | Budapest |
| Period | 14/09/11 → 18/09/11 |
