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WHO FCTC Secretariat

Highlights from 20 years of tobacco control

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27 Feb 2025

This brochure was published on the 20th anniversary of the entry into force of the WHO FCTC.&nbsp;Since it entered into force in 2005, the WHO FCTC has accelerated the implementation of lifesaving and evidence-based tobacco control policies globally....

PublicationCancerCardiovascular DiseaseChronic Respiratory DiseasesMultisectoral ActionHealth promotionTobacco use+4

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World Stroke Organization

Averting a Global Health Crisis - pragmatic policy interventions to prevent stroke

Briefs & Fact Sheets

04 Feb 2025

This World Stroke Organization policy brief outlines key challenges and opportunities to reduce the global burden of stroke and NCDs through interventions a policy and healthcare systems level. The brief draws on WHO Best Buys for tackling NCDs and &...

Briefs & Fact SheetsCardiovascular DiseaseMental Health and Neurological ConditionsMultisectoral ActionAccess to essential medicines and servicesEnvironment, climate change and healthGender, equity and human rightsHealth promotionPrimary health careSocial determinants of healthHarmful use of alcoholHousehold and Outdoor Air PollutionPhysical inactivityTobacco useUnhealthy diets+12

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The Lancet Public Health

Acceptability and perceptions of personalised risk-based cancer screening among health-care professionals and the general public: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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01 Feb 2025

This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the acceptability and perceptions of personalised risk-based screening (PRBS) for breast, cervical, colorectal, lung, and prostate cancer among the general public and health-care professionals.The stu...

ArticleCancerHealth Literacy DevelopmentHealth promotion+1

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Podcast "Let's Talk Cancer" – 'Rewriting Cancer': stories of resilience and change in cancer care

Article

19 Dec 2024

In this episode of Let’s Talk Cancer, discover a series of short, 5mn branded films produced for UICC by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions, entitled 'Rewriting Cancer'. This initiative highlights people’s experiences with cancer around the wo...

ArticleCancerMeaningful Engagement of People with Lived ExperiencesHealth promotion+1

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International Union for Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE)

Critical Actions for Mental Health Promotion

Publication

28 Nov 2024

This Position Statement was prepared on behalf of the IUHPE Global Working Group on Mental Health Promotion

PublicationMental Health and Neurological ConditionsGender, equity and human rightsHealth promotionPrevention of violence and injuriesSocial determinants of health+3
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World Health Organization (WHO)

Science in 5: COPD

Briefs & Fact Sheets

27 Nov 2024

COPD is a major cause of death and disability worldwide, yet many people are unaware of this important condition. Watch this Science in 5 to learn more about the symptoms, causes, and treatments available.

Briefs & Fact SheetsChronic Respiratory DiseasesMultisectoral ActionAccess to essential medicines and servicesDisability and rehabilitationEnvironment, climate change and healthHealth promotionPrimary health careHousehold and Outdoor Air PollutionTobacco use+7

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Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)

Breast cancer advocacy handbook

Report

30 Oct 2024

UICC’s Breast Cancer Advocacy handbook aims to guide and inspire cancer organisations and advocates in mobilising governments and institutions to prioritise breast cancer in national funding and policy agendas, driving progress to reduce the nation...

ReportCancerHealth promotionHealth system strengthening, including governance and financingSocial determinants of healthHarmful use of alcoholPhysical inactivityUnhealthy diets+5

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WHO Regional Office for Europe

Why using a gender approach can accelerate noncommunicable disease prevention and control in the WHO European Region

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25 Oct 2024

Noncommunicable diseases (‎NCDs)‎ are the main causes of ill health for women and men in the WHO European Region. NCD indicators in all countries reveal important differences between men and women across the life-course. Biology is important in s...

PublicationGender, equity and human rightsHealth promotionHealth system strengthening, including governance and financing+1

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World health Organization

Gender-Responsive Tobacco Control: Evidence and Options for Policies and Programmes

Publication

25 Oct 2024

The purpose of this report is in response to a request from the Seventh session of the Conference of Parties (COP7) to review the relationship between gender and tobacco, and provide evidence for gender-responsive tobacco control. Globally more men t...

PublicationChronic Respiratory DiseasesMeaningful Engagement of People with Lived ExperiencesGender, equity and human rightsHealth promotionTobacco use+3

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World Health Organization

Changing the game: strengthening health and well-being through sport events

Report

16 Oct 2024

The report, “Changing the Game: Strengthening Health and Well-Being through Sport Events,” comprehensively documents the outcomes and impact of this ambitious project. Through efforts in communication and advocacy, initiatives to promote physical...

ReportEnvironment, climate change and healthHealth promotionNutrition and food safetyHarmful use of alcoholPhysical inactivityTobacco useUnhealthy diets+5

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World Health Organization

Science in 5: Breast cancer: Take charge of your health

Briefs & Fact Sheets

14 Oct 2024

Did you know that both men and women can get breast cancer? It is the most common type of cancer amongst women, and most breast cancers are self-detected.&nbsp; Our expert Dr Mary Nyangasi explains in Science in 5 today.

Briefs & Fact SheetsCancerMultistakeholder CollaborationHealth promotionHarmful use of alcoholPhysical inactivityTobacco useUnhealthy diets+5

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NCD Alliance

PODCAST: Jamaica moves on NCDs

Article

26 Sep 2024

Jamaica and other Caribbean countries are known for their leadership in advocating globally for action on noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). Jamaica Minister of Health and Wellness Dr. Christopher Tufton explains how and why in this episode of the NCD...

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