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India’s cities, their non-communicable disease burden

The Hindu

This is the time for State-level action plans for NCD health care, which an emphasis on access to primary health care for marginalised communities and poor urban neighbourhoods

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At the soft core of a non communicable diseases epidemic, is obesity

The Hindu

Obesity is a chronic, complex disease defined by excessive fat deposits that can impair the health of an individual. Obesity increases the risk of diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, bone health, and even reproduction.

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Michigan Epi Jim Collins Reflects on His Career and What ‘Community’ Means to Him

CSTE

In recognition of todays theme, Community, were kicking the week off by interviewing Jim Collins, MPH, RS, Director of the Communicable Disease Division of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). A: I am the Director of the Communicable Disease Division at the MDHHS, the state health department.

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Palau Developed Non-Communicable Disease Strategic Roadmap with PHIG Support

PHIG Partners

The Ministry of Health & Human Services - Republic of Palau hosted a Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) Progress Dissemination and Strategic Planning Workshop in April 2024 to guide the creation of an NCD strategic roadmap for 2025-2030.

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New measles case identified in Snohomish County infant

Public Health Insider

Snohomish county reported a positive measles case in a Snohomish County infant. The infant was likely exposed to measles during recent travel abroad. People who were at certain locations in Snohomish and King counties may have been exposed to measles. Read the blog for locations of potential exposure.

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Dutch dietary guidelines could dramatically cut chronic disease rates by 2050

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers investigate the impact of current Dutch dietary guidelines on non-communicable disease rates.

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India needs to prioritise preventive care

The Hindu

India's healthcare crisis worsens with rising non-communicable diseases, necessitating a shift to preventive care for economic and health stability.