Definition of «killer diseases»

The phrase "killer diseases" refers to serious illnesses or medical conditions that can cause death to individuals.

High blood pressure is responsible for many killer diseases such as heart attacks and strokes. (gymjunkies.com)
Because of this, experts often refer to hypertension as a silent killer disease. (womenshealthandfitness.com.au)
Obesity is the number one killer disease all over the world. (wikiweightwatcher.com)
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