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RECENT CHP PUBLICATIONS

Prevention of blindness from diabetes mellitus
Report of a WHO consultation held to review the current status of diabetic retinopathy care and to define approaches for screening, early detection and mangaement in populations in different settings.
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Oral health in ageing societies: integration of oral health and general health
Report from a meeting held to bridge the gap between oral health and other important research and policy areas for individual and community health.
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Cancer control: knowledge into action, WHO guide for effective progammes
A series of six modules that provide practical advice on how to advocate, plan and implement effective cancer control programmes.
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Primary ear and hearing care training resource
Four training manuals equip primary level health workers and communities in developing countries with simple, effective methods to reduce the burden of ear and hearing disorders.
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Related articles

A list of recent articles from international scientific and technical journals authored by WHO experts on chronic disease and health promotion. These articles have been selected to show how the work of WHO is reflected in the international scientific press.

Preventing chronic disease: a priority for global health
Strong K, Mathers C, Epping-Jordan J, Beaglehole R. International Journal of Epidemiology. Apr 2006; 35(2); 492-494

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Virtual Health Libraries

Virtual Health Libraries (VHLs) give online access to scientific and technical health information and serve as a database on noncommunicable diseases. They contain journal articles, books, technical and scientific reports, as well as bibliographic references.

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NEW IN CHP

2008-2013 Action Plan for the Global Strategy for the Prevention and Control of NCD More information

A practical toolkit for successful advocacy
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Pocket guidelines for assessment and management of cardiovascular risk
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CHP PUBLICATIONS

Global report on chronic disease
Preventing chronic diseases: a vital investment
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Definition and diagnosis of diabetes mellitus and intermediate hyperglycaemia
Report of a WHO/IDF consultation
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Global strategy on diet, physical activity and health
A framework to monitor and evaluate implementation
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Chronic diseases and health promotion
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