Non-Communicable Diseases

Governments Need to Play a Bigger Role in the Fight Against Climate and Health Crisis

Governments Need to Play a Bigger Role in the Fight Against Climate and Health Crisis

At COP 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the World Health Organization (WHO) highlighted the critical link between climate change and public health, stressing that climate action is both an environmental priority and a pressing health requirement. WHO pointed out that rising temperatures, air pollution, and extreme weather events drive up non-communicable disease (NCDs) rates. What were […]

The Growing Burden of Chronic Diseases in Developing Nations: An Urgent Call for Action

The Growing Burden of Chronic Diseases in Developing Nations: An Urgent Call for Action

In recent years, the world has seen a marked rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) — chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, respiratory diseases, and cancers. This trend, once primarily associated with high-income countries, is now escalating at an alarming rate in developing nations. Non-communicable diseases are now a leading cause of premature death and […]

The Interconnected Crisis: Environmental Degradation and the Rise of Non-Communicable Diseases

The Interconnected Crisis: Environmental Degradation and the Rise of Non-Communicable Diseases

In an era marked by rapid industrialization and urbanization, the relationship between environmental degradation and public health has become increasingly evident. Among the most alarming trends observed is the rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including heart disease, diabetes, respiratory illnesses, and cancers, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This article explores the intricate connections between […]

Confronting the Dual Epidemics: Diabetes and Obesity as a Major Health Crisis

Confronting the Dual Epidemics: Diabetes and Obesity as a Major Health Crisis

Diabetes and obesity are increasingly recognized as significant public health crises worldwide, impacting millions of individuals and straining healthcare systems. The alarming rise in these conditions is not just a matter of individual health; it reflects broader socio-economic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that require urgent attention and action. As we explore the growing prevalence of […]