Report
28 Feb 2025
This report, submitted to the UN General Assembly in 2017, provides an overview of global progress in the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). It outlines measures taken since 2014, identifies areas where progress has been limi...
Publication
27 Feb 2025
This brochure was published on the 20th anniversary of the entry into force of the WHO FCTC. Since it entered into force in 2005, the WHO FCTC has accelerated the implementation of lifesaving and evidence-based tobacco control policies globally....
27 Feb 2025
The WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) marked its 20th anniversary of entry into force on 27 February 2025.This milestone presents an opportunity to reflect on the treaty’s achievements, reinforce commitments to global tobacco control, and envision a healthier future free from the tobacco epidemic.This video was produced on this occasion.
27 Feb 2025
26 Feb 2025
The 2025 theme, "Are Your Kidneys OK? Detect Early, Protect Kidney Health,” highlights the importance of recognizing kidney disease risk factors and accessing timely testing to improve early detection, intervention, and outcomes. Here are some ways to support the World Kidney Day (WKD) campaign: Organize or take part in a WKD activity to mark the day and pin it to the WKD interactive m...
26 Feb 2025
25 Feb 2025
Grassroots innovations have the potential to accelerate NCD prevention and control efforts by leveraging community perspectives and strengthen ownership of health interventions. However, identifying, supporting and scaling small innovations through national public health systems often remain a challenge. Many countries are missing the necessary policies, operational frameworks and capacity to asse...
25 Feb 2025
24 Feb 2025
The case for investment for NCDs and mental health conditionsThe staggering scale of the noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health epidemic results in major economic losses and socioeconomic challenges. Premature deaths and disability reduce human capital and decrease productivity, while simultaneously increasing prevention and treatment costs for people, communities and countries.Investin...
24 Feb 2025
Briefs & Fact Sheets
21 Feb 2025
All around the world, the burden of noncommunicable diseases is increasing. Noncommunicable diseases are often associated with increased burden on mental health and increased use of health services. For people living with noncommunicable diseases, me...
20 Feb 2025
On May 8, 2025, the global thalassaemia community will come together to honour International Thalassaemia Day. This year, we proudly embrace the theme, 'Together for Thalassaemia: Uniting Communities, Prioritizing Patients', and rally under the powerful slogans #WeAre1 and #PatientsFirst. Thalassaemia is far more than a medical condition; it transcends numbers and statistics, and it involves&...
20 Feb 2025
Philippines
19 Feb 2025
The Philippines, like many low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), experience high prevalence rates of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) especially hypertension, diabetes and their associated complications. About 90% of the population are at risk of developing these conditions, posing significant challenges to the health system. Due to geographical and cultural diversity, access to health service...
19 Feb 2025
Bangladesh
19 Feb 2025
Between 2016 and 2019, the DMagic (Diabetes Mellitus Action through community Groups or mHealth Information for better Control) project revealed a huge burden of diabetes risk in rural Bangladesh. It showed that a Participatory Learning and Action (PLA) method of community mobilisation directed at the general population significantly increased diabetes knowledge and awareness and resulted in large...
19 Feb 2025
China
19 Feb 2025
The growing prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), particularly in low- and middle-income countries, poses significant healthcare challenges. China faces immense healthcare burdens despite the government’s efforts through the Basic Public Health Service (BPHS) programme. Diabetes-related healthcare costs in China are expected to rise from $250.2 billion to $460.4 billion between 2020 and...
19 Feb 2025
