Cancer

Cancer is a leading cause of death around the world.  The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 84 million people will die of cancer between 2005 and 2015 without intervention.

Diabetes

WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 10, 2012) - The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease (PFCD) today applauded Health Affairs for taking diabetes head on and for advancing the importance of addressing this costly chronic disease before its consequences erode the overall health of Americans and further challenge our U.S. health care system and budget deficit.

Obesity

Washington, D.C.  (September 5, 2012) – The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease (PFCD) today emphasized the importance of supporting National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. PFCD encourages youth and their caretakers across the country to kick off September - and the new school year - with a renewed commitment to health and wellness.

Heart Disease

According to a recent report commissioned by the American Heart Association, costs associated with heart disease in the U.S. will reach $818.1 billion a year by 2030. Most of these costs are associated with the treatment of high blood pressure, which the report states are predicted to increase to $389 billion by 2030.