Improving Outcomes for Noncommunicable Diseases in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Kenneth A. LaBresh, "Improving Outcomes for Noncommunicable Diseases in Low- and Middle-Income Countries "
English | ISBN: 1934831174 | 2016 | 156 pages | PDF | 2 MB
English | ISBN: 1934831174 | 2016 | 156 pages | PDF | 2 MB
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are the main cause of death worldwide. The incidence, prevalence, and death rates from NCDs are expected to increase in the future. No single discipline can address the issues of prevention, early detection, access to care, and appropriate treatment that are needed to improve outcomes for NCDs; this will require transdisciplinary collaborations. Given the tremendous impact of NCDs on morbidity, mortality, and costs worldwide, there is little doubt that efforts to improve NDC outcomes are worthwhile.
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