The role of preventive medicine in reducing chronic disease Burden in the USA: A Systematic Review
1 Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, Georgia Southern University, USA.
2 Department of Nursing, University of Sunderland United Kingdom.
3 Cygnet Wallace Hospital University of Sunderland.
4 Department of Radiology, University College Hospital, Ibadan.
5 Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.
6 Nursing department Wayne County Community College District Detroit Michigan.
7 Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki Nigeria.
Review Article
Magna Scientia Advanced Biology and Pharmacy, 2024, 13(01), 095–126
Article DOI: 10.30574/msabp.2024.13.1.0059
Publication history:
Received on 20 August 2024; revised on 26 September 2024; accepted on 28 September 2024
Abstract:
Chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and respiratory illnesses, are the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the United States, placing a significant burden on individuals, healthcare systems, and the economy. Preventive medicine, encompassing primary, secondary, and tertiary strategies, plays a crucial role in mitigating this burden by focusing on disease prevention and health promotion. This systematic review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of preventive medicine in reducing the chronic disease burden in the USA. Through a comprehensive search of peer-reviewed studies, we explore the impact of screening programs, early detection, lifestyle interventions, and health policies designed to prevent chronic diseases. The review highlights the success of preventive measures in decreasing disease incidence, improving health outcomes, and reducing healthcare costs. However, challenges such as disparities in access to care, patient adherence, and the integration of preventive services into the broader healthcare system remain significant barriers. The review concludes by discussing policy implications, recommending strategies to overcome implementation challenges, and outlining future research directions to enhance the role of preventive medicine in combating chronic diseases in the USA.
Keywords:
Preventive medicine; Chronic disease; Public health; Disease prevention; Primary prevention; Secondary prevention; Tertiary prevention; Healthcare costs; USA; health promotion; Screening; Early detection; Cardiovascular disease; Diabetes; cancer; Respiratory diseases
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