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Introduction to NCD Epidemiology Presentation
www.cdc.govNoncommunicable diseases (NCDs), also known as chronic diseases, are not passed from person to person. They are of long duration and generally slow progression. 4 . Introduction to NCD Epidemiology . Non-Communicable Disease (NCD): Definition (cont.) • Chronic conditions are characterized by the following:
Package of Essential Noncommunicable ( PEN ) Disease ...
www.who.intthe department of Chronic Diseases and Health Promotion, Non-communicable Disease and Mental Health cluster, in collaboration with WHO regional of"ces. The implementation plan of the Global Strategy for Prevention and Control of NCDs was endorsed by the World Health Assembly in May 2008. The objective 2 of the NCD Action Plan highlights the
The Global Economic Burden of Non-communicable Diseases
www3.weforum.orgAug 25, 2011 · Over the years, much work has been done estimating the human toll of NCDs, but work on estimating the economic toll is far less advanced. ... the value of a statistical life. This report includes not only the four major NCDs (the focus of the UN meeting), but also mental illness, which is a major contributor to the burden of disease
NON COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PREVENTION: Investments …
www.globalpa.org.uk6Community-wide programs involving multiple settings and sectors and that mobilize and integrate community engagement and resources Whole-of-community approaches to physical activity across the …