Breaking Barriers, Building Habits: A Comprehensive Study on Public Health Strategies to Promote and Support Regular Physical Activity on A Global Scale
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https://doi.org/10.60081/SSHA.02.01.2024.229-239Keywords:
Non-Communicable Diseases, world health organization, Physical Activity, Cardiovascular DiseaseAbstract
Regular physical activity is a vital shield against the onset and management of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), with individuals adhering to recommended activity levels experiencing a substantial reduction in premature mortality risk. This report outlines the significance of physical activity in preventing NCDs, promoting mental well-being, and maintaining a healthy weight. It presents WHO recommendations for physical activity across different age groups and highlights global trends in insufficient physical activity, revealing disparities between sexes, regions, and income levels. The report further delves into worldwide trends in insufficient physical activity. It highlights the alarming disparities in physical activity levels, particularly among men and women, various global regions, and income groups. The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to promote physical activity, particularly in regions and populations where rates are disturbingly low. Finally, the report identifies the critical risks associated with physical inactivity, with insufficiently active individuals facing a 20% to 30% increased risk of mortality compared to those who maintain sufficient physical activity levels. This highlights the urgent need for comprehensive public health strategies to promote and support regular physical activity on a global scale to reduce the burden of NCDs, improve overall well-being, and mitigate the economic costs associated with physical inactivity.
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