Leaders at the Eightieth United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a historic political declaration committing to combat Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) and mental health challenges through a fully integrated approach. This is the first declaration to address both health crises together, aiming to usher in a new era of action. The strategy is critical as NCDs cause 18 million premature deaths annually, while mental health conditions affect over a billion people globally, severely impacting productivity and sustainable economic growth.
World Leaders Commit to Integrated Strategy to Combat Noncommunicable Diseases and Psychological Challenges
