Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Risk Calculator
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Understanding Prevention Risk Management
Preventative health focuses on identifying risk factors before they manifest into chronic conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. By calculating your risk score based on lifestyle choices and biological markers, you can take proactive steps to improve long-term longevity.
Key Factors in Risk Calculation
Blood Pressure: High systolic pressure (above 130 mmHg) increases the strain on your heart and arteries.
Physical Activity: The WHO recommends at least 150 minutes (2.5 hours) of moderate intensity exercise weekly to maintain metabolic health.
Nutrition: Consuming 5 or more portions of fruits and vegetables daily provides essential antioxidants and fiber that prevent cellular damage.
Smoking Status: Tobacco use is the primary preventable cause of death globally, impacting lung and heart health significantly.
Example Calculation Scenario
Consider a 45-year-old male who smokes, has a blood pressure of 145 mmHg, and only exercises 1 hour per week. This individual would likely fall into the "High Risk" category. By quitting smoking and increasing exercise to 3 hours per week, the "Prevent Risk" score could improve from High to Moderate or even Low over time.
Actionable Prevention Steps
Monitor your blood pressure monthly if it is above 120/80.
Aim for 30 minutes of walking daily.
Incorporate lean proteins and whole grains into your diet.
Consult a medical professional for clinical screenings and bloodwork.
function calculateRiskScore() {
var age = parseFloat(document.getElementById('riskAge').value);
var gender = document.getElementById('riskGender').value;
var smoking = parseInt(document.getElementById('riskSmoking').value);
var bp = parseFloat(document.getElementById('riskBP').value);
var exercise = parseFloat(document.getElementById('riskExercise').value);
var diet = parseFloat(document.getElementById('riskDiet').value);
if (isNaN(age) || isNaN(bp) || isNaN(exercise) || isNaN(diet)) {
alert("Please enter valid numerical values for all fields.");
return;
}
var score = 0;
// Age Factor
if (age > 40) score += 2;
if (age > 60) score += 3;
// Smoking Factor
if (smoking === 2) score += 5;
if (smoking === 1) score += 1;
// Blood Pressure Factor
if (bp >= 130) score += 2;
if (bp >= 140) score += 4;
if (bp >= 160) score += 6;
// Positive Lifestyle Mitigators
if (exercise >= 2.5) score -= 2;
if (exercise >= 5) score -= 1;
if (diet >= 5) score -= 2;
var resultBox = document.getElementById('riskResultBox');
var riskLevel = document.getElementById('riskLevel');
var riskScoreDetails = document.getElementById('riskScoreDetails');
var recommendations = document.getElementById('riskRecommendations');
resultBox.style.display = "block";
var status = "";
var bgColor = "";
var textColor = "#fff";
var tips = "";
if (score <= 2) {
status = "Low Risk";
bgColor = "#27ae60";
tips = "Recommendation: Maintain your current healthy lifestyle. Continue regular screenings and keep your activity levels high.";
} else if (score > 2 && score <= 6) {
status = "Moderate Risk";
bgColor = "#f39c12";
tips = "Recommendation: Consider increasing physical activity and monitoring your sodium intake to lower blood pressure. A few lifestyle tweaks can significantly reduce your future risk.";
} else {
status = "High Risk";
bgColor = "#e74c3c";
tips = "Recommendation: Significant risk factors detected. It is highly recommended to consult a physician. Focus on smoking cessation (if applicable) and managing blood pressure immediately.";
}
resultBox.style.backgroundColor = bgColor;
resultBox.style.color = textColor;
riskLevel.innerText = status;
riskScoreDetails.innerText = "Internal Risk Factor Index: " + score;
recommendations.innerHTML = tips;
}