This chapter addresses the rising burden of neurodegenerative diseases among aging populations in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). It focuses on dementia and Parkinson's disease and presents current evidence on prevalence, morbidity, mortality and determinants. Lastly, it considers the key ...

This chapter reviews basic science, practice and policy related to mental health and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in African settings. It presents the prevalence and epidemiological research on the co-occurrence of NCDs and mental disorders. It discusses the global agenda for mental health and...

This chapter focuses on the role of non-communicable disease (NCD)-affected communities in improving NCD care in low and middle-income countries through the lens of empowerment and the action of self-help groups, and draws on the World Health Organization (WHO)'s building blocks as an overarching...

This book aims to present the first comprehensive synthesis of the context and impact of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and to offer insights on successful and sustainable interventions and policies that work for at-risk populations. It includes 12...

This chapter briefly describes cancer incidence and mortality in low- and middle-income countries and outlines key global players involved in agenda setting for the control, treatment and overall management of cancers globally. The prevalence, morbidity, mortality and causes (infections, tobacco...

This chapter defines health system and discusses its importance in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The functional components of a health system to address NCDs are described: service delivery; health workforce; information systems; medical products,...