Nations unite in war against global killers

Nurs Stand. 2011 Nov;26(11):16-8. doi: 10.7748/ns.26.11.16.s26.

Abstract

Non-communicable diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes are responsible for two thirds of deaths worldwide. Nurses are ideally placed to influence change--both in the lifestyles of patients, and in public health policy.

MeSH terms

  • Cardiovascular Diseases / prevention & control
  • Child
  • Child Welfare
  • Chronic Disease
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 / prevention & control
  • Global Health*
  • Health Status*
  • Humans
  • Neoplasms / prevention & control
  • Nurse's Role
  • Preventive Medicine
  • State Medicine
  • United Kingdom