non-communicable disease surveillance

Non-communicable disease (NCD) surveillance involves systematically collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data about diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer that are not spread from person to person. This process helps health officials understand how common these diseases are, identify risk factors, and track trends over time. Effective surveillance informs public health policies, guides prevention efforts, and ensures resources are allocated efficiently to reduce the impact of NCDs on communities and individuals.