Implementation of primary and secondary prevention measures of diseases in Moscow

Abstract

Introduction. Preventive health care (preventive medicine or prophylaxis) implies a set of measures aimed at preventing the development of diseases, as opposed to their treatment of diseases. Disease prevention is based on interventions that can be classified as primary, secondary and tertiary prevention measures. Objective. To describe the primary and secondary prevention measures implemented in the city of Moscow. Materials and methods. For the purpose of the study, an information search was carried out according to a formulated request and a systematic analysis of the data obtained. Results. The analysis of the main measures implemented in the city of Moscow in relation to disease prevention has been carried out. The events on immunization of the population, on smoking cessation, getting rid of alcohol dependence, organization of rational nutrition and diet, protection of reproductive health and prevention of chronic non-infectious diseases are consecrated. The activity of executive authorities in relation to strengthening the health of the population of the city of Moscow is consecrated.