Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) are recognised as the world’s biggest killer and cause of disability, constituting a global health crisis that requires an urgent policy response.

Contents:

• Introduction - Bridging the gap on NCDs:
• From global promises to local progress p.4
• The leadership gap p.6
• The investment gap p.10
• The financing gap: where will the money come from? p.11
• The data gap p.12
• The care gap p.14
• The community engagement gap p.17
• The accountability gap p.21
• Next steps