Micronesia
Micronesia
Micronesia (pronunciation: /ˌmaɪkroʊˈniːʒə/) is a subregion of Oceania, comprising thousands of small islands in the western Pacific Ocean.
Etymology
The term "Micronesia" is derived from the Greek words mikros (meaning small) and nesos (meaning island). It was first used in 1831 by Jules Dumont d'Urville to denote the region encompassing the small islands of the Pacific.
Related Terms
- Oceania: A geographic region that includes Australasia, Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.
- Pacific Ocean: The largest and deepest of Earth's oceanic divisions, which borders Micronesia to the east.
- Island: A landmass, smaller than a continent, that is surrounded by water.
- Jules Dumont d'Urville: A French explorer who named Micronesia.
Health in Micronesia
Healthcare in Micronesia is a critical issue due to the region's remote location and lack of resources. The most common health problems include non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.
- Non-communicable diseases: Also known as chronic diseases, these are not passed from person to person. They are of long duration and generally slow progression.
- Diabetes: A group of metabolic disorders characterized by a high blood sugar level over a prolonged period.
- Heart disease: A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels.
- Obesity: A medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to an extent that it may have a negative effect on health.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Micronesia
- Wikipedia's article - Micronesia
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