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2011 High Level Meeting on the Prevention and Control of Non-communicable Diseases

The General Assembly adopted by consensus the resolution titled "Political Declaration of the High-level Meeting of the General Assembly on the Prevention and Control of Non-communicable Diseases" (document A/66/L.1).

Leaders Gather at UN Headquarters for a High-Level Meeting on Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs)

Taking action on NCDs

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The four main noncommunicable diseases - cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic lung diseases and diabetes - kill three in five people worldwide, and cause great socioeconomic harm within all countries, particularly developing nations.

The decision by the United Nations General Assembly to convene a High-Level Meeting on NCDs on 19-20 September 2011 presents a unique opportunity for the international community to take action against the epidemic, save millions of lives and enhance development initiatives.

"The summit in September in New York is our chance to broker an international commitment that puts non-communicable diseases high on the development agenda, where they belong."
Ban Ki-moon
Secretary-General, United Nations

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