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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).

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

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