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We are delighted to announce that Mr. Pubudu Sumansekara, President of the NCDAL was elected to the Main Board of Directors of the NCDA in
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NCD Alliance Lanka is a network of national NGOs, scientific and professional associations, academic and research institutions, civil society groups, private sector entities, and dedicated individuals.
NCD Alliance Lanka is marked by its registration as a company limited by guarantee no: 3215 according to the Companies Act, No.7 of 2007 of the Registrar General of Companies in Sri Lanka with effect from 14 July 2016.
NCD Alliance Lanka is a member association affiliated to NCDA Geneva.
Hypertension is when there the blood pressure is elevated. The higher the pressure, the harder the heart has to pump. It may lead to heart attacks and strokes if the blood flow is blocked to the heart or brain due to a build-up of fatty deposits in the blood vessels. Strokes occur when the blockage is in the brain or there is a bleed from a blood vessel.
Human cells grow and multiply (cell division) to form new cells as the body needs them. When cells get damaged and become nonfunctional new cells take their place. Sometimes this orderly process breaks down and uncontrolled abnormal or damaged cells grow and multiply uncontrollably leading to cancerous tumors.
Chronic respiratory diseases affect the airways and other parts of the lungs. It is a life-threatening condition that often occurs due to airway obstruction. It can be progressive and may lead to death.
Diabetes is a state of ill health associated with increase blood glucose /sugar due to reduced insulin action in the pancreas. The food we eat is converted into energy/sugar where insulin, a hormone in your pancreas, is released to regulate the blood glucose/sugar levels.
Mental illness, also called mental health disorders, refers to a wide range of mental health conditions — disorders that affect your mood, thinking, and behavior. Examples of mental illness include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addictive behaviors.
To lead advocacy to fulfill political commitments on NCD Prevention and Control in keeping with the Health Promotion principles of building health policies, creating supportive environments and reorienting health services.
Promote accountability commitment resources that result in NCD prevention and control through Education Awareness and Screening
Through capacity building, the NCD Alliance Lanka can equip its members with the necessary knowledge, skills, and resources to effectively advocate for policies that promote healthy lifestyles and improve access to healthcare.
Share knowledge on evidence-based NCD policy and practice among the members of the NCD Alliance Lanka and all the other stakeholders
We are delighted to announce that Mr. Pubudu Sumansekara, President of the NCDAL was elected to the Main Board of Directors of the NCDA in
Dr Chamari Warnapura from the Diabetes Association of Sri Lanka was invited by the President of the UN general Assembly to speak in New York
