Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on 30 March, 2021 - 13:10
If we are to ensure that no one is left behind, particularly in health emergencies and pandemics, community engagement and a strong civil society are crucial.
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are on the rise and now make up 7 of the world’s top 10 causes of death. Diabetes is among the top 10 causes of death worldwide, and has increased by 70% since 2000. The number of children and young people living with diabetes is also increasing every year and 1 million now have type 1 diabetes (T1D). However, diabetes commonly goes undiagnosed or is only recognised when life-threatening complications develop. For those who receive a diagnosis, access to insulin remains elusive in many parts of the world.
The network of People Living with NCDs in Vietnam has launched "The Vietnam Advocacy Agenda for People living with NCDs for NCDs policies" to identify the shared needs, challenges and priorities.
Join the NCD Alliance and the International Diabetes Federation for a virtual event on 15th April 2021 following the launch of the WHO Global Diabetes Compact.
Un nouveau mini-film produit par BBC StoryWorks met en lumière l’impact dévastateur de la COVID-19 sur les systèmes de santé et les personnes vivant avec des maladies non transmissibles.
Chaque année, le 20 mars, la Journée mondiale de la santé bucco-dentaire rassemble les défenseurs de la santé bucco-dentaire et des MNT, la société civile, les voix des MNT et les artisans du changement dans le monde entier afin de réclamer une bonne santé bucco-dentaire pour tous.
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