folksjukdom

folksjukdom

A common disease that affects a large part of the population.

Here, 'folksjukdom' is used to describe a disease that affects a large portion of the population.

Diabetes är en vanlig folksjukdom i Sverige.

Diabetes is a common widespread disease in Sweden.

In this context, 'folksjukdomar' refers to widespread diseases collectively, highlighting their potential origins.

Folksjukdomar kan ha både genetiska och miljömässiga orsaker.

Widespread diseases can have both genetic and environmental causes.

Here, 'folksjukdom' denotes individual widespread diseases, focusing on the necessity of understanding them for progress in therapy.

Att förstå mekanismerna bakom en folksjukdom är viktigt för att utveckla effektiva behandlingar.

Understanding the mechanisms behind a widespread disease is important for developing effective treatments.