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Advancing integrated care for non-communicable diseases across APEC economies

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Promoting Breastfeeding for Lifelong NCD PreventionBreastfeeding is often discussed in relation to infant nutrition, immunity and healthy growth. It also belongs in the wider conversation about preventing…
Harmonizing NCD Data Collection Across APEC Member EconomiesChronic diseases are shaped by the places where people live, work, age and access care. Diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease and related conditions often…
Community-Based Screening For Diabetic Retinopathy In AustraliaDiabetic retinopathy is a leading preventable cause of sight loss. It develops when prolonged high blood glucose damages the small blood vessels supplying the…
The Link Between Sleep Disorders and NCD Risk in Older AdultsSleep is a major part of healthy ageing, yet it is often treated as a private habit rather than a clinical measure. In older adults, persistent snoring,…
Developing affordable diagnostics for community-based chronic careAffordable diagnostic technology can change how chronic disease is found and managed outside major hospitals. In Australia, many people receive ongoing care…
Financial incentives and the future of community health workCommunity health workers sit at the intersection of clinical care and daily life. From suburban Melbourne to remote Western Australia, they translate medical…
Building stronger hearts through community sports clubsCardiovascular disease remains one of the most pressing health concerns across Australia, accounting for roughly one in four deaths nationwide. In suburbs from…
Air pollution and chronic respiratory disease in Australian citiesBreath is rarely thought about until it becomes difficult. In dense cityscapes, the air carries a complex mixture of traffic exhaust, industrial emissions,…
Workplace Wellness Programs For Stronger NCD PreventionWorkplace wellness programs can become a practical platform for preventing and managing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) across Australia. Diabetes, obesity,…
Adapting NCD programs for Indigenous communities across AustraliaChronic disease is reshaping life expectancy in many parts of the world, but the picture in Australian Indigenous communities is its own story. Aboriginal and…