Nangay Dawa, Bhutan
The NCDs situation in Bhutan is significant. Bhutan population is more than 7 lacks. We are situated between India and China. Our people are 99% Buddhist. This means our food habits involve a lot of rice, wheat, meat, vegetables and a little fruit. Common NCD problems include: hypertension, diabetes, cancer, chronic pulmonary disease and cardiovascular disease. A number of programs have been initiated by the Ministry of Health in the Bhutan Gov’t to address this problem including an awareness program, advocacy at the highest level, screening activities, alcohol regulation, tobacco legislation and observing global awareness days related to NCDs.