Women and NCDs in humanitarian emergencies

This International Women's Day blog explores the silent suffering of women & girls living through emergencies with the challenges of NCDs. More must be done to better support women in crises.

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The Union calls for revision of WHO antibiotic priority list 

Wed, 03/01/2017

The Union demanded today to the World Health Organization to include TB in the Global priority list of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, published on 27 February. Read full letter by José Luis Castro. 

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What does the recent ruling on tobacco control regulations mean for the fight against NCDs in Kenya?

Kenya’s Court of Appeal recently dismissed tobacco industry efforts to further delay tobacco control regulations - new hope in the quest to curb the negative impact of tobacco on the health of people in Africa.

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Scottish Government urged to curb alcohol marketing to protect children

Tue, 02/28/2017

New Scottish report outlines how removing alcohol adverts from streets and public transport, and phasing out alcohol sponsorship in sport are among the steps that should be taken to prevent alcohol companies reaching our children.

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WHO backs South Africa commitment to tax sugary drinks

Thu, 02/23/2017

The World Health Organization strongly supports this week announcement by South Africa to implement a tax on sugary beverages, as part of the country’s campaign to address the NCD epidemic.

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Strengthening multisectoral partnerships in the Caribbean

Wed, 02/22/2017

Over 50 stakeholders from 11 Caribbean territories met in Antigua and Barbuda last week to discuss NCD advocacy, accountability and conflict of interest in the region.

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CSW61: Healthy women, healthy livelihoods

Mon, 02/20/2017

This event, to be held on 15 March by the NCD Alliance and partners, will examine the linkages between women’s health, NCDs, and livelihoods. 

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Spyware and threats to health campaigners

Defending the right to health can be fraught with danger: promoting policies to tackle obesity and diabetes involves not only confronting the economic powers of the SSB industries, but anyone else wanting to thwart efforts to protect public health, including their government allies.

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Turning the tide on obesity and unhealthy diets in Europe

Wed, 02/15/2017

WHO EURO Public Health Panorama calls for the submission of papers for a special issue on obesity and unhealthy diets in the WHO European Region. 

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World Cancer Day: WHO calls to focus on diagnosing and treating the disease earlier

Fri, 02/03/2017

New guidance from WHO, launched ahead of World Cancer Day (4 February), aims to improve the chances of survival for people living with cancer by ensuring that health services can focus on diagnosing and treating the disease earlier.

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