Healthier together – EU non-communicable diseases initiative
The European Commission has launched in December 2021 the Healthier together – EU non-communicable diseases (NCD) initiative to support EU countries in identifying and implementing effective policies and actions to reduce the burden of major NCDs and improve citizens’ health and well-being. The initiative covers the 2022-2027 period and includes 5 strands:
1. health determinants
2. cardiovascular diseases
3. diabetes
4. chronic respiratory diseases
5. mental health and neurological disorders
All strands include a health equity dimension, thus supporting the reduction of health inequalities.
Type
Governmental / Institutional / Public Health Statutory Body Document, Policy & Policy Analysis
Theme
Maternal health, pre- peri-natal, childhood conditions, adolescent health, education, Non-communicable diseases, alcohol, nutrition, obesity, cancer, smoking, physical activity
Country
Europe
Level
European
Year
2022
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