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AMR: global campaign to raise awareness of its devastating effects for cancer patients
Announcements | 22nd June 2017
The Norwegian Cancer Society has launched a global campaign to raise awareness among the cancer community of the devastating effects of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) for cancer patients.
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New cancer resolution adopted at the 70th World Health Assembly
Announcements | 30th May 2017
At the 70th World Health Assembly, health leaders from across the world reaffirmed cancer control as a critical health and development priority as they adopted a new cancer resolution.
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NCD Alliance congratulates Dr Tedros, elected to be the next WHO Director General
Announcements | 23rd May 2017
The NCD Alliance wishes to congratulate Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on his appointment as the next Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO). Dr Tedros will take office on 1 July 2017.
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Launch of the Jordan Noncommunicable Disease Alliance
Announcements | 19th April 2017
The Jordan Noncommunicable Disease Alliance (JNCDA) was officially launched on April 4. We congratulate them on their accomplishment and warmly welcome them to the NCD community!
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Cancer patient coalitions call on WHO for recognition & support
Announcements | 12th April 2017
The European Cancer Patient Coalition together with Organisation of European Cancer Institutes call for the World Health Organization to improve the draft 2017 WHO Cancer Resolution.
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New NCD Advocacy Institute Seed Programme partners announced
Announcements | 29th March 2017
We are pleased to announce the selected Seed Programme partners from emerging NCD alliances & civil society organsations in Ghana, The Philippines, Myanmar, Nigeria, Vietnam & Indonesia.
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Scottish Government urged to curb alcohol marketing to protect children
Announcements | 28th February 2017
New Scottish report outlines how removing alcohol adverts from streets and public transport, and phasing out alcohol sponsorship in sport are among the steps that should be taken to prevent alcohol companies reaching our children.
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WHO Executive Board endorses development of a WHO global action plan on revitalising physical activity for health
Announcements | 01st February 2017
NCDA & ISPAH welcome WHO proposal to develop a global action plan on physical activity for 2018, and urge civil society consultation in its development.