NCDs Atlas of the NCD Alliance has recently been published. This showcases advocacy by civil society groups from around the globe. Four of the reports published in the Atlas became award winners at the Sharjah NCD conference in the areas…

Written for Health-e News     Written By: Thabo Molelekwa Liquid sugar is easily absorbed, and most of the sugar from sweetened beverages has no nutritional value beyond the sugar content. The fact that sugary drinks are a major cause of…

Please find here our NCD Digest's selection of news, articles and reports. Global Development News The Guardian: Why climate change is creating a new generation of child brides As global warming exacerbates drought and floods, farmers’ incomes plunge – and…

Every year the 3rd of December is commemorated as International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). As part of the Disability Month activities that have been taking place over the past few weeks, Government has been drawing attention to the fact…

Written by: Kerry Cullinan For: Health-e News For over 18 months, the sugar and beverage industries have had the help of politicians to wage war against a proposed tax on sugary drinks in a microcosm of all that is rotten…

  A Call to Arms against the Top 5 Cancers Affecting SA Men Gents, although you may think you may never be drafted into the battle against cancer, you are possibly at risk. By being pro-active, stepping up and taking responsibility…