The economic burden of out-of-pocket spending on health

NCDs represent far more than a health issue – they are a major human rights and equity issue, as they disproportionately burden the poorest and most vulnerable populations with disease, disability and death. Despite their convincing investment case and destructive long-term impact on people and economies, NCDs are the most underfunded global health issue relative to the billions of people impacted. There is a fundamental mismatch between the healthcare needs and rights of people living with NCDs, particularly in LMICs, and the resources allocated to respond.

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THE MOMENT FOR CARING

The economic burden of out-of-pocket spending on health

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The Act on NCDs campaign logo and resources are available for use by the NCD community.