Which of the following is a chronic noncommunicable disease?

• A. Diabetes
• B. Common cold
• C. Cholera
• D. Acute appendicitis

Answer: (A)

Understanding what makes a disease chronic and noncommunicable. A chronic noncommunicable disease is a condition that lasts a long time and is not spread from person to person. Diabetes fits this pattern: it’s a long-term metabolic disorder where blood sugar regulation is impaired, and it isn’t contagious. Management is ongoing and lifelong, including medications, lifestyle adjustments, and regular monitoring to prevent complications. The other options describe conditions that are either acute or infectious—common cold is short and contagious, cholera is an infectious disease usually acquired from contaminated water, and acute appendicitis is an abrupt, acute condition. So the best choice is the one representing a lifelong, noninfectious health issue requiring ongoing management.