Non-communicable Diseases and Migration

Author/s: IOM
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Language: English
Publication Type: Brochure/ Factsheet/ Infosheet(External)

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IOM recognizes the different cultures and health systems require different approaches for preventing and treating non-communicable diseases. This document contain information on: 

  • Non-communicable diseases and migration
  • Addressing migration's determinants of NCDs
  • Towards an inclucive model: Universal health coverage 
  • IOM selected activities addressing NCDs: (1) "Life is better' - psychoactive substance abuse primary prevention campaign, Georgia; (2) NCD guidelines and MHealth records for refugees, Lebanon 
  • Recommendations for NCD prevention and control programmes 
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