A Special Event hosted by
The Geneva Learning Foundation
NCD Scholar programme
Responding to Noncommunicable Diseases in humanitarian settings to save lives
A conversation with Dr. Shanthi Mendis, Former Senior Adviser for Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) in WHO
Format: 60 minutes, digital
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Do you work in a humanitarian setting? Do you know how to better save lives of people who have NCDs in your context?
In this Special event, you will learn about some of the most common NCDs in humanitarian settings and how you can develop the skills you need to effectively respond to them
Meet Dr. Shanthi Mendis, your guide to NCD interventions in humanitarian settings
Dr. Shanthi Mendis is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Cardiology with 40 years experience. She was the former Senior Adviser for NCDs in the World Health Organization. She has practiced medicine in the UK, USA , Sri Lanka and in humanitarian settings.
YES, I WOULD VALUE DR. MENDISā€™ ADVICEWhat are Noncommunicable Diseases?
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading causes of death and disability worldwide, including in low- and middle-income countries. Common NCDs include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory diseases and cancer. In emergency contexts epilepsy and kidney disease are also common NCDs.
Why should we be concerned about NCDs in humanitarian settings?
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What is special about NCDs in humanitarian settings?
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How can you assess your response to NCDs in your context?
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How can you make NCD interventions more effective in your context?
Should I attend?
Are you likely to be deployed in a humanitarian emergency in the coming year?
Have you been in an operation in which people's lives were at stake because of gaps in treatment or care for NCDs?
Do you already know a lot about infectious diseases, but you realise you need to know more about NCDs?
Are you a nurse, nurse practitioner, medical officer, community health worker or a clinical staff who provide NCD care in a humanitarian setting?
We especially encourage you to join this Special Event.
Studies show that humanitarian settings are associated with increased NCD morbidity and mortality that may persist for years following the onset of a crisis. In the aftermath of a crisis, people living with an NCD are particularly vulnerable to exacerbations of their condition.
What will I learn?
What are some effective interventions for the most common NCDs in humanitarian settings?
How can I assess the level of response to NCDs in my context?
How can I develop the skills required to effectively respond to NCDs in my context?
Where can I find tools and resources to improve my response to NCDs in my context?
About The Geneva Learning Foundation
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