Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) — from diabetes and heart disease to cancer and chronic respiratory illnesses — are responsible for over 70% of deaths worldwide, yet they remain chronically underfunded in global health. As the burden grows, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, the question is no longer if we should act — but how.
Should the next billion dollars go toward preventing disease in the first place — tackling tobacco, air pollution, and unhealthy diets through bold policy and behavior change? Or should the priority be scaling up access to diagnosis and treatment, strengthening primary care systems to support the millions already living with chronic conditions?
In this provocative, high-energy debate presented by Devex, global health leaders will take opposing sides to tackle one of the most urgent — and under-discussed — questions in the NCD agenda.
Speakers:
- Gina Lagomarsino – President and CEO, Results for Development
- Emmanuel Akpakwu – Founder and CEO, Axmed
- Dr. Anjoli Anand – Noncommunicable diseases adviser, Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières
Interviewer:
- Rumbi Chakamba – Senior Editor, Devex
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