Chronic Diseases through the Lens of Multimorbidity
Keywords:
multimorbidity, comorbidity, chronic diseasesAbstract
Europe is faced with an increase of chronic diseases due to ageing of the population and the risks that are associated with lifestyle. Multimorbidity is a common problem of ageing societies with diverse and negative consequences for individuals, society and health systems. The prevalence progressively increases with age and multimorbidity is becoming the most common chronic condition. Multimorbidity significantly affects the unfavourable results of treatment, quality of life, and is associated with an increase in healthcare costs. People are living longer but with more chronic conditions, which has important implications for medical needs. In ageing societies chronic diseases are the main cause of morbidity and mortality, so there is a need for cost-effective ways to nurse the population. The purpose of the joint action project CHRODIS is the effective contribution in reducing the burdens of chronic diseases and to promote healthy living and active ageing across Europe. The main objectives are to promote, encourage and facilitate the exchange and transfer of good practices in the field of chronic diseases among the EU countries and regions. Good practices address chronic conditions with particular attention to the promotion of health and prevention of chronic conditions, multimorbidity and diabetes.
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