There is a need for the development of effective universal preventive approaches to the common mental disorders, depression and anxiety, at a population level. Poor diet, physical inactivity and smoking have long been recognized as key contributors to the high prevalence noncommunicable diseases. However, there are now an increasing number of studies suggesting that the same modifiable lifestyl...

aims: non-communicable diseases have become an emerging pandemic globally with disproportionately higher rates in developing countries. this study aimed to design a representative model of non-communicable diseases determinants in iran according to the viewpoint of experts. participants & methods: the statistical population of this qualitative study was experts and academic member informants, w...

A programme of weight loss competitions and associated activities in Tonga, intended to combat obesity and the noncommunicable diseases linked to it, has popular support and the potential to effect significant improvements in health.

This was a main motive for the creation of the Global Noncommunicable Disease Network (NCDnet) in July 2009, which offers a collaboration platform for the WHO, its member states, and other international partners committed to the fight against NCDs. In this important task, the Director-General Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health will be advised by representatives from the WHO Regional Off...