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News Roundup
NCD Alliance launches online advocacy toolkit
As part of the NCD Alliance's program Strengthening Health Systems, Supporting NCD Action, generously funded by Medtronic Philanthropy, the NCD Alliance is pleased to launch “Non-communicable Diseases: Join the Fight” - an online advocacy toolkit aimed at supporting civil society’s national and regional NCD advocacy efforts. The NCDA Toolkit was developed through a consultative process with input from a variety of stakeholders including the HCC. Get the Toolkit Here
H2O Phlo Signs Up to Help End Cervical Cancer Now - There was no hesitation whatsoever when one of the leading R&B vocal groups out of Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean, H2O Phlo, was invited to sign the Caribbean Cervical Cancer E-petition. The group, with current members Jason ‘Fridge’ Seecharan, Junior Nelson and Keston Rosales pledged to join the fight against cancer during a visit to The Trinidad and Tobago Cancer Society recently. Read more
NCD Alliance E-Alert - Caribbean Regional NCD Meeting - The NCD Alliance’s national implementing partner for the program in the Caribbean – the Healthy Caribbean Coalition (HCC) - is holding a meeting of key Caribbean NCD stakeholders on 22nd November in Port of Span in Trinidad and Tobago to advance National NCD Plans and consider priorities for action. Brazilian National NCD Meeting - The NCD Alliance’s national implementing partner for the program in Brazil – ACT Brazil - is holding a national meeting on the prevention and control of NCDs on November 21st in Sao Paulo. Read more
The International Diabetes Federation Diabetes Atlas - 382 million people have diabetes; by 2035 this will rise to 592 million. The number of people with type 2 diabetes is increasing in every country. 80% of people with diabetes live in low- and middle-income countries. The greatest number of people with diabetes are between 40 and 59 years of age. Read more
Healthy Islands, Healthy People - The Pacific island countries present many challenges in terms of sustainable development. Their smallness in terms of land area and population size poses difficulties in terms of economic growth and social development. In the area of health, many PICTs are unlikely to meet the health-related MDGs by 2015. Read more
Best of ASCO Annual Meeting '13 - Caribbean Oncology Associates - presents Best of ASCO Event in the Caribbean - A continuing Medical Education Conference "Building Bridges To Conquer Cancer" December 1st-2nd Barbados Hilton Hotel. Read more
NCD Articles on WebMD
- Beware of Drugs That Raise BP - Some common medications can make high blood pressure worse. Find out which ones to avoid. Read more
- 6 Strategies for Controlling Diabetes - Managing diabetes takes work, but it’s far from impossible. Follow these easy steps for a healthy and active life. Read more
- Warning Signs of Prostate Cancer - Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men. Watch for these symptoms. Read more
- New Statin Guidelines Questioned - Online calculator may have overestimated heart risks, causing too many people to get cholesterol-lowering drugs. Read more
- Atrial Fibrillation Myths and Facts - Do you think having atrial fibrillation means you shouldn't drive a car? If so, it's time to learn the myths and facts of this condition. Read more
- Sneaky Asthma Triggers - Your air freshener may be doing more harm than good. And did you know you could be reacting to that glass of wine? Read more
- No-Gym Workout Routine - Forget expensive equipment. Use your body weight and gravity to get the job done. Read more
HCC News Roundup Archive - If you have missed any of our News Roundups you can view previous Roundups on our News Roundup Archive webpage here
HCC Featured - Previously featured Members, events and news can now be found on our HCC Featured webpage here
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