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NCD Alliance hosts media briefing on COVID-19 and NCDs
Announcements | 04th May 2020
The NCD Alliance invited media representatives to an on-the-record briefing on COVID-19 and NCDs: Lessons learned from around the world. Listen to the recording on best practices and lessons learned.
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New resources highlight linkages between COVID-19 and people living with NCDs
Announcements | 28th April 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, NCDA have published two resources: a briefing note on the impacts of COVID-19 on people with NCDs and COVID-19 and NCDs frequently asked questions document.
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Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran
Announcements | 24th April 2020
The Iran NCD Alliance (INCDA) is committed to protect the population from health threats, and with the outbreak of COVID-19, INCDA has has taken several measures.
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Young leaders mobilise during lockdown in Sri Lanka to deliver life-saving treatment
Announcements | 22nd April 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has not spared Sri Lanka and the government imposed a curfew for the entire country on 20 March 2020. After a week, health facilities experienced a shortage in the supply of essential medicines. NCD Alliance Lanka have mobilised their network to assess the needs and ensure people living with Type 1 diabetes continue to access their life-saving treatment.
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The NCD Alliance calls on governments to stand in solidarity with WHO to protect health for all
Announcements | 16th April 2020
In light of threats to suspend funding for the World Health Organization (WHO), the NCD Alliance reiterates its support for the vital role of WHO in protecting people’s health.
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Together, the international cancer community showed its strength on World Cancer Day
Announcements | 14th April 2020
The actions and impact from this year's World Cancer Day have been detailed in two separate reports, highlighting the visible support and enthusiasm for the day as supporters marked its 20th anniversary.
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World Kidney Day in the midst of COVID-19: perspectives from ISN
Announcements | 12th April 2020
In 2020, World Kidney Day was to be marked on March 12. On March 11, WHO declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic. Where does this leave a health communication campaign?
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World Health Day: first State of the World's Nursing 2020 Report by WHO
Announcements | 03rd April 2020
Every year, many people, civil society organisations and international organisations celebrate World Health Day on April 7th. This year’s campaign marks worldwide support for nurses and midwives.