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Economic Dimensions of Noncommunicable Diseases in Latin America and the Caribbean

17 Oct 2018

This publication explores the relationship between and the impact of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) on development and economic growth in the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).

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Economic Dimensions of Noncommunicable Diseases in Latin America and the Caribbean

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