Abstract

The aim of this paper is to provide an overview of the discourse currently going on in the world about the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases. There is a realization now across nations, whether developed or developing, that NCDs are a serious threat and must be dealt with, as proactively as communicable diseases. There is also an understanding that this is not an issue that can be dealt with, in isolation. There has to be a collaborative approach between the various State and Non-State actors. The paper puts forth the major risk factors and provides some statistics to comprehend the grimness of the situation. Some estimates of the global economic burden of NCDs in 2010, and the projected figures for 2030 have also been put forth to highlight the fact that it’s not only an individual who suffers the brunt of the disease, but it is the whole economy that has to face the effects of it indirectly. Some intervention measures that have been researched upon and found to be an effective way to tackle this looming threat have been put forth in this paper. The paper also briefly talks about the role of International Partners, WHO and member states in fighting against this growing menace.