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Noncommunicable diseases
What are NCDs?
Noncommunicable diseases are the #1 cause of death and disability worldwide. NCDs – mainly cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory diseases, and diabetes – account for 68% of global mortality, or two out of every three deaths.
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Internships at NCDA: two interns share their experiences
17th July 2018
In 2017, the NCD Alliance benefitted from the collaboration of two interns, Mounika Parimi in the London office and Anna Van der Linden in the New York office. With long-time interest in global...
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Membership with NCDA has opened: Apply now!
16th July 2018
We are excited to announce that the NCDA membership application process is now open! Members access a range of benefits designed to enhance visibility, networking, and information-sharing. Apply now!
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NCDs and human rights: from international treaties to real life stories
15th July 2018
In this blog, Mathilde Chiesa shares stories which illustrate how addressing aspects of NCD prevention & care, such as by upholding rights to health, life, food, treatment and information, can...
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Physical activity in Latin America: new WHO plan and industry interference
11th July 2018
A recent webinar by the Healthy Latin American Coalition (CLAS) presented the new WHO global plan for physical activity, a mapping of stakeholders in 13 countries, and discussed interference from the...
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