Chronic diseases are important causes of death and morbidity for men in Hong Kong and unhealthy lifestyle remains the major cause for many chronic diseases. We can reduce the risks of chronic diseases through adopting healthier lifestyle. Try this little quiz to find out how much you know about chronic diseases and their prevention.

1. Which of the following is/are not chronic diseases?

Wrong. The correct answer is「C. pneumonia, hepatitis A」.
Cancer, coronary heart disease, stroke, chronic lower respiratory diseases and diabetes are common chronic diseases. In general, patients with chronic diseases require long term medications for the control of the diseases or the relief of symptoms. Pneumonia and hepatitis A are acute infections caused by various disease-causing micro-organisms.

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