Noncommunicable diseases: risk factors and regional strategies for prevention and care

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Noncommunicable diseases [NCDs] are a major disease burden in the Region. Many of the risk factors are related to lifestyle and can be controlled. Physical inactivity, low fruit and vegetable intake, high fast food consumption and high cholesterol are predominant causes of cardiovascular disease and some cancers. Overweight and obesity can lead to metabolic changes and raise the risk of NCDs, including heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Three main strategies are proposed to deal with the problem: estimate need and advocate for action; develop national policies, strategies and plans for prevention and care; promote and implement community participation in prevention and care. NCDs are preventable using available knowledge; solutions are effective and highly cost-effectiveCitation
Khatib, O. (2004). Noncommunicable diseases: risk factors and regional strategies for prevention and care. http://www.who.int/iris/handle/10665/119479
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EMHJ - Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal, 10 (6), 778-788, 2004
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778-788ISSN
1020-3397Other Identifiers
http://applications.emro.who.int/emhj/1006/10_6_2004_778_788.pdfCollections
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