Global Noncommunicable Diseases

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About Global NCDs

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CDC Programs

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Training & Education

Today, noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), are responsible for 7 out of 10 of deaths worldwide, with 85% of premature NCD deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries. Along with our global partners, CDC is working to reduce the impact of NCDs like cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and injury.

Featured Program

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Data for Health

Featured Publication

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Featured
Story

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How Kerala Avoided a Chronic Disease Crisis

Featured Resource

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Hypertension Management Training Curriculum

Page last reviewed: May 26, 2020

Content source: Division of Global Health Protection, Global Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention