Diana Vaca Mcghie, United States
NCDs affect me in more ways than I can count. As a health advocate in both cancer and now cardiovascular disease and stroke, I have seen the toll of these diseases on humankind. Some of those closest to me are living with a chronic disease and unfortunately several have succumbed to the diseases. As a community member, I have made commitments to run for the cause, raising money to help fund important research for both cancer and heart disease. I have passionately advocated for changes in policy within my state and country. Through my work I have seen the hope of many who own the title ‘NCD survivor’. They are my inspiration and have given my work purpose.