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World Health Organization

The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in patients with COVID-19

01 May 2020

Concerns have been raised that NSAIDs may be associated with an increased risk of adverse effects when used in patients with acute viral respiratory infections, including COVID-19.1,2 This review aimed to assess the effects of prior and current use of NSAIDs in patients with acute viral respiratory infections on acute severe adverse events (including mortality, the acute respiratory distress syndr...

Communicable diseases

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HelpAge International

How to Overcome the Challenges Faced with PEN Services in Myanmar – HelpAge International (April 2020)

Briefs & Fact Sheets

30 Apr 2020

This policy brief examines the implementation of the WHO Package of Essential Non-Communicable Disease Interventions (PEN) across Myanmar’s 330 townships and identifies key operational challenges such as supply chain gaps, training limitations, low public awareness, and inconsistent service quality. Drawing on implementation experience and research, it puts forward targeted recommendations to ex...

Briefs & Fact SheetsNCD LabHealthy Aging

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World Health Organization

Addressing noncommunicable diseases in the COVID-19 response

Guide

22 Apr 2020

People with underlying noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease and cancer have a high risk for developing severe and even fatal COVID-19. It is important for them to strictly follow basic protective measures and make sure their chronic diseases are well managed. However, pandemics cripple health systems and compromise prov...

GuideCommunicable diseasesHealth system strengthening, including governance and financingPrimary health care

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World Health Organization

Strategic preparedness and response plan for the new coronavirus

Strategy document

16 Apr 2020

This strategic preparedness and response plan outlines the public health measures that the international community stands ready to provide to support all countries to prepare for and respond to COVID-19.

Strategy documentCommunicable diseasesEmergency preparedness, prevention and response

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World Health Organization

Food and nutrition tips during self-quarantine

Guide

27 Mar 2020

Note: This guidance is aimed at individuals and families in contexts where self-quarantine and isolation have been recommended or required. As countries are taking stronger measures to contain the spread of COVID-19, self-quarantine and the temporary closing of businesses may affect normal food-related practices. Healthy individuals, as well as those showing acute respiratory disease symptoms,...

GuideCommunicable diseasesNutrition and food safetyUnhealthy diets

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World Health Organization

Country & Technical Guidance - Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Database

24 Mar 2020

A central database of&nbsp;Country &amp; Technical Guidance on&nbsp;Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) from the World Health Organization. Please note that this database will be continually updated as new information and guidance is made available.&nbsp;

DatabaseCommunicable diseasesHealth system strengthening, including governance and financingPrimary health care

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World Health Organization

Information Note on COVID-19 and NCDs

Fact sheet

23 Mar 2020

WHO Information Note on COVID-19 and NCDs.&nbsp;The note will be updated periodically as more data becomes available.

Fact sheetCancerCardiovascular DiseaseChronic Respiratory DiseasesMental Health and Neurological Conditions+6
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World Health Organization

Community-based health insurance

Briefs & Fact Sheets

07 Mar 2020

Key Facts Community-based health insurance (CBHI) schemes are usually voluntary and characterized by community members pooling funds to offset the cost of healthcare. Despite much hope in these systems, evidence suggests the impact of CBHI on financial protection and access to needed health care are moderate for those enrolled. Most CBHI schemes have low participation levels and the poor...

Briefs & Fact SheetsMultistakeholder CollaborationSocial determinants of health

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International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations (IFPMA)

Access Accelerated: Moving NCD Care Forward

Database

04 Mar 2020

The Access Accelerated Open Platform is a knowledge resource designed to catalyze global action on non-communicable diseases.

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World Health Organization

WHO NCD Progress Monitor 2020

Report

12 Feb 2020

WHO NCD Progress Monitor 2020 describes the achievements made by Member States on 10 indicators for NCDs. Within the report, country profiles include data on the population, percentage and number of deaths from NCDs, and the risk of premature death from the four main NCDs (cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, or chronic respiratory diseases)- the indicator used to Monitor the Sustainable Dev...

ReportCardiovascular DiseaseCancerChronic Respiratory DiseasesMental Health and Neurological Conditions+5

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World Kidney Day 2020 Events Guide

Guide

10 Feb 2020

The Events Guide includes: -inspiration for your activities -tips on planning and kicking-off your World Kidney Day event - further guidance on how to use World Kidney Day campaign resources. -showcases a WKD team local activity to give you additional support and inspiration

GuideHarmful use of alcoholPhysical inactivityTobacco useUnhealthy diets
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World Kidney Day 2020 Campaign Toolkit

Guide

10 Feb 2020

The General toolkit includes: -a short description of World Kidney Day -a text explaining the 2020 focus “Kidney Health for Everyone Everywhere – from Prevention to Detection and Equitable Access to Care” and some key messages -tips and ideas on how to get involved in the campaign -Social Media toolkit – Twitter ideas for you to steal and share

GuideHarmful use of alcoholPhysical inactivityTobacco useUnhealthy diets
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