Non-communicable diseases & Global

health
Presented To:
Dr. Shahbaz Ahmad Zakki

Presented By
Huma Khalid
 Effect of non-communicable diseases on global health

Here are some ways NCDs affect global health:

• Mortality and Morbidity: NCDs, including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, respiratory diseases, and diabetes, are leading
causes of death worldwide. They also reducing overall quality of life
• Economic Burden: NCDs place a substantial economic burden on healthcare systems and individuals. The costs associated
with prevention, treatment, and long-term care for NCDs can strain healthcare resources, reducing the capacity to address other
health challenges.
• Health Inequalities: NCDs affect low- and middle-income countries. Factors such as limited access to healthcare, unhealthy
living conditions, and social determinants of health contribute to disparities in NCD burden and outcomes.
• Impact on Development: NCDs can hinder socio-economic development by reducing workforce productivity, increasing
healthcare expenditures, and perpetuating cycles of poverty and ill health.
 Prevention
• Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles: by regular physical activity, balanced diets, avoidance of tobacco and harmful use of alcohol, and
stress management can prevent the onset of NCDs.
• Public Health Policies: Implementing policies that promote population-wide health, such as taxation on tobacco and sugary
beverages, regulations on salt content in foods, and initiatives to create supportive environments for physical activity, can
significantly impact NCD prevalence.
• Early Detection and Screening: Establishing accessible and affordable screening programs for NCDs, such as cancer screenings,
blood pressure checks, and diabetes tests, can lead to early detection and intervention, potentially reducing the impact of these
diseases.
• Access to Essential Medicines and Technologies: Ensuring access to affordable essential medicines and technologies for NCD
treatment and management is critical, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where resources may be limited.
• Health System Strengthening: Building and strengthening healthcare systems to provide comprehensive care for NCDs, including
training healthcare professionals, improving infrastructure, and integrating NCD management into primary healthcare services, is
essential.
• Education and Awareness: Promoting public awareness and education about NCD risk factors, symptoms, and management is
crucial in empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health and seek appropriate care.
• Partnerships and Collaboration: Facilitating collaboration among governments, international organizations, civil society, and the
private sector can leverage resources, expertise, and influence to address NCDs on a global scale.
 Several successful examples of countries that have effectively implemented
strategies to reduce the prevalence of non-communicable diseases

• Finland: Finland's comprehensive public health approach, including policies to promote healthy diets, physical activity,
tobacco control, and alcohol moderation, has led to significant reductions in cardiovascular diseases and other NCDs over
the past few decades.
• Singapore: Singapore has implemented a range of initiatives, including public education campaigns, regulations on
tobacco advertising and packaging, and the promotion of healthy eating, which has resulted in a decline in smoking rates
and improvements in overall health outcomes