Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) or Chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are the 1st cause of death and disability worldwide.
The term NCDs refers to a group of conditions that are not mainly caused by an acute infection, result in long-term health consequences and often create a need for long-term treatment and care. These five main NCDs are cancers, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic lung illnesses and Mental health conditions.
Many NCDs can be prevented by reducing common risk factors such as tobacco use, harmful alcohol use, physical inactivity and eating unhealthy diets. Many other important conditions are also considered NCDs, including injuries and mental health disorders.
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Related documents:
- Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of NCDs 2013-2030 (WHO)
- Implementation roadmap 2023-2030 for the global action plan for the prevention and control of NCDs 2013-2030
- WHA53.17: Prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases
- WHA56.1: WHO Framework convention on tobacco control
- WHA61.14: Prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases: implementation of the global strategy