Advancing the global agenda on prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases 2000 to 2020
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Author | : World Health Organization |
Publisher | : World Health Organization |
Total Pages | : 57 |
Release | : 2023-07-05 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789240072695 |
ISBN-13 | : 9240072691 |
Rating | : 4/5 (95 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Advancing the global agenda on prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases 2000 to 2020 by : World Health Organization
Book excerpt: Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) continue to be the world’s leading cause of death and disability. This document highlights the landmarks and milestones in the development and implementation of the global NCD agenda since 2000 indicating where the world wants to be in terms of NCD prevention and control by 2030. It summarizes WHO’s actions and initiatives to support Member States in addressing NCDs and to fulfil the relevant commitments with regard to NCDs by the United Nations General Assembly following the guidance provided by the Health Assembly to realize these commitments.