Pakistan's National Action Plan on Chronic Diseases
Author Information
Author(s): Nishtar Sania, Mohamud Bile Khalif, Ahmed Ashfaq, Faruqui Azhar, Mirza Zafar, Shera Samad, Ghaffar Abdul, Minhas Fareed A, Khan Aslam, Jaffery Naeem A, Rajput Majid, Mirza Yasir A, Aslam Mohammad, Rahim Ejaz
Primary Institution: Heartfile
Hypothesis
An integrated partnership-based approach could overcome obstacles in addressing chronic diseases in Pakistan.
Conclusion
The National Action Plan on NCD Prevention aims to improve chronic disease management in Pakistan through a collaborative approach.
Supporting Evidence
- Chronic diseases account for approximately 25% of total deaths in Pakistan.
- The NAP-NCD was initiated in 2003 to address chronic diseases in Pakistan.
- The first phase of the NAP-NCD focuses on a population-based approach to chronic diseases.
Takeaway
Pakistan is working together with different groups to help people avoid getting sick from long-term diseases like heart problems and diabetes.
Methodology
The plan was developed through a three-stage process involving situational analysis, priority setting, and an integrated approach to preventing NCDs.
Limitations
The impact of the NAP-NCD on population outcomes can only be assessed over time.
Participant Demographics
The population of Pakistan is approximately 150 million, with a focus on adults over 45 years for chronic disease prevalence.
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