Knowledge Action Portal on NCDs

Economic Dimensions of Noncommunicable Diseases in Latin America and the Caribbean

WHO Regional Office for the Americas

17 Oct 2018

Economic Dimensions of Noncommunicable Diseases in Latin America and the Caribbean

This publication explores the relationship between and the impact of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) on development and economic growth in the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).

Access
Publication Health system strengthening, including governance and financingSocial determinants of health

Related Resources

Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)

UICC, WCRFI and McCabe Centre for Law and Cancer's response to the Zero Draft of the 2025 Political Declaration on NCDs and Mental Health

Strategy document

03 Jun 2025

PATH, Coalition for Access to NCD Medicines and Products

The case for financing action on noncommunicable diseases – even, and especially, in times of crisis

Briefs & Fact Sheets

28 May 2025

PATH, Coalition for Access to NCD Medicines

Reflections by the Coalition for Access to NCD Medicines and Products on the Zero Draft of the Political Declaration

Briefs & Fact Sheets

28 May 2025

World Hepatitis Alliance

Beating cancer through hepatitis elimination – working together to reduce NCDs

Publication

28 May 2025

World Heart Federation (WHF)

WHF Response to Zero Draft of the Political Declaration on NCDs and Mental Health 2025

Strategy document

27 May 2025

World Heart Federation (WHF)

WHF Statement on Reshaping and Strengthening Health Systems and All Forms of Financing to Meet the Needs of People Living with and at Risk of Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health Conditions

Declaration

27 May 2025
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalized ads or content, and analyze our traffic. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to our use of cookies. Read More