Disease Prevention & ControlPriority Area #5
Non-Communicable Diseases
Addressing the growing burden of non-communicable diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and mental health.
Policy Objectives
- Reduce premature mortality from NCDs by one-third
- Strengthen NCD prevention through addressing risk factors
- Improve early detection and management of NCDs
- Integrate mental health into primary healthcare
Regional Status
NCDs are an emerging epidemic in the region with limited health system capacity for prevention and management. Mental health services remain severely underfunded and stigmatized.
Related Frameworks
SDG 3.4WHO NCD Global Action PlanAfrica Health Strategy