Promotion and control of chronic non-communicable diseases in older adults: A Bibliographical Review

Abstract

The article responded to a result related to the theoretical underpinnings on: health promotion and control of Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases in older adults corresponding to the research project "Promotion and control of Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases in older adults of the Clemencia Foundation and the Sofia Ratinoff Asylum in the city of Guayaquil". The promotion and control of chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in older adults is fundamental to improve their quality of life and reduce the burden of disease in this population. NCDs, such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, represent a growing challenge in the aging population. Health promotion includes education on healthy lifestyles, such as a balanced diet and regular exercise, as well as prevention of smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Effective control of NCDs involves comprehensive medical care, which may include regular blood pressure monitoring, blood glucose control, and appropriate administration of medications. The implementation of NCD promotion and control programs in older adults requires interdisciplinary coordination and a patient-centered approach, with the aim of improving health and well-being at this stage of life. The research is of the documentary type by addressing a theoretical framework, with a qualitative approach. Theoretical methods used were: analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction from abstract to concrete and descriptive.