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Major Thrust to Improve Responses to Non-communicable Diseases
The NCD Alliance launched a new programme, formally called 'Strengthening Health Systems, Supporting NCD Action' at The Economist event 'New Approaches to Non-Communicable Diseases' in South Africa.
Non Communicable Diseases Outsmart Infectious Diseases
Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) - cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease and diabetes - are no longer diseases of the wealthy.
Good Maternal Health Vital to Prevent The Tide of Diabetes in Women
According to this research, poor diet can lead to abnormal development of the pancreatic beta cells which make insulin, the hormone vital for regulating blood sugar levels.
Act Now To Turn The Tide Of Diabetes
Latest study shows that millions of people worldwide may be at risk of early death from diabetes and related cardiovascular illnesses because of poor diagnosis and ineffective treatment.
Coordinated Civil Society Input Vital for UN Summit on NCDs
A civil society movement is growing in lead up to the United Nations (UN) Summit on non-communicable diseases (NCDs), said the Chairperson of NCD Alliance Ann Keeling, who was speaking at the WHO-wide Planning Meeting for the UN High level Meeting o
