WHO Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Diseases 2013-2020

The WHO Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Diseases (2013-2020) is a strategic framework aimed at reducing serious health problems like heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and respiratory diseases worldwide. It emphasizes promoting healthier lifestyles, improving early detection, and strengthening healthcare systems. By setting specific targets, such as reducing salt intake and tobacco use, it encourages governments and communities to work together to prevent these diseases, improve treatment, and ultimately save lives. The plan’s goal is to create healthier environments and reduce the global burden of noncommunicable diseases over that period.