“Chronic disease” is defined by the CDC as non-communicable illnesses that are prolonged in duration, do not resolve spontaneously, and are rarely cured completely such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, which are the most prevalent and costly health issues.  Every year chronic diseases cause 7 out of 10 deaths in the United States. This corresponds to 133 million Americans or nearly 1 in 2 adults living with a chronic disease. Chronic diseases also place a heavy burden on the United States healthcare system representing over 75% of all healthcare costs.