Cardiovascular disease
The leading cause of death globally and in South Africa, driven by uncontrolled, but preventable lifestyle-related conditions. >50% of all deaths in South Africa are due to CVD.
Core story
Chronic disease is rising. Prevention is the answer.
Acting early saves lives, strengthens communities and reduces the burden on our health system. Prevention today. Healthier futures for all.
27 millionSouth Africans living with chronic conditions
4.5M+South Africans are living with diabetes
8 in 10preventable or manageable with earlier action
1 in 3adults have high blood pressure
The challenge
Risk becomes costly when it stays invisible.
Hypertension, diabetes, lifestyle risk and delayed care all need coordinated prevention. The BioFITT model brings data, clinical support and member engagement together before crisis points.
- Health risk assessments and screening
- Chronic disease support and coaching
- Case navigation and referral pathways
- Partner reporting for better decisions
The 4 horsemen of chronic disease
The 4 horsemen of chronic disease
The four chronic disease categories responsible for the greatest loss of life, health and economic value.
Cancer
A major and growing burden that impacts millions of lives and healthcare systems globally. 1 in 4 South Africans will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime.
Neurodegenerative disease
Diseases of the brain and nervous system are rising rapidly in younger as well as older populations. 1 in 10 South Africans over 60 are affected by dementia.
Metabolic disease
Includes type 2 diabetes, obesity and related conditions that fuel the other three horsemen. 537 million adults globally are living with diabetes.