Truth or Myth? Global survey for World Oral Health Day exposes the truth about our oral health habits

Mon, 03/20/2017

A new global survey has exposed a significant gap between what people believe to be good oral health practices, versus what they actually do to ensure they Live Mouth Smart.

How 54 young teeth horrified a dentist, and motivated leaders to treat sugar as the new tobacco

In terms of reducing the burden of NCDs, it makes sense for all of us working in the field of NCD advocacy to be targeting sugar - it’s the common risk factor. Read our World Oral Health Day blog by Dr Rob Beaglehole.

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Women and NCDs: A call to action

Mon, 03/13/2017

We are calling on governments to take urgent action to integrate NCDs into existing HIV/AIDS and maternal health programmes, ensure UHC, and adopt a gender and evidence-based approach to tackling NCDs.

NCDs among top priorities for CSW61

Wed, 03/08/2017

Several of the side events during the 61st Session of the Commission on the Status of Women will focus on NCDs, including two events cohosted by the NCD Alliance on Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 March.

Women and NCDs in humanitarian emergencies

This International Women's Day blog explores the silent suffering of women & girls living through emergencies with the challenges of NCDs. More must be done to better support women in crises.

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The Union calls for revision of WHO antibiotic priority list 

Wed, 03/01/2017

The Union demanded today to the World Health Organization to include TB in the Global priority list of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, published on 27 February. Read full letter by José Luis Castro. 

What does the recent ruling on tobacco control regulations mean for the fight against NCDs in Kenya?

Kenya’s Court of Appeal recently dismissed tobacco industry efforts to further delay tobacco control regulations - new hope in the quest to curb the negative impact of tobacco on the health of people in Africa.

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Scottish Government urged to curb alcohol marketing to protect children

Tue, 02/28/2017

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.

WHO backs South Africa commitment to tax sugary drinks

Thu, 02/23/2017

The World Health Organization strongly supports this week announcement by South Africa to implement a tax on sugary beverages, as part of the country’s campaign to address the NCD epidemic.

Strengthening multisectoral partnerships in the Caribbean

Wed, 02/22/2017

Over 50 stakeholders from 11 Caribbean territories met in Antigua and Barbuda last week to discuss NCD advocacy, accountability and conflict of interest in the region.

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