Harrieth P Ndumwa, Davis E Amani, Jackline E Ngowi, Belinda J Njiro, Castory Munishi, Erick A Mboya, Doreen Mloka, Amani I Kikula, Emmanuel Balandya, Paschal Ruggajo, Anna T Kessy, Emilia Kitambala, Ntuli Kapologwe, James T Kengia, James Kiologwe, Omary Ubuguyu, Bakari Salum, Appolinary Kamuhabwa, Kaushik Ramaiya, Bruno F Sunguya
BACKGROUND: The burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) is rapidly increasing globally, and low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) bear the brunt of it. Tanzania is no exception. Addressing the rising burden of NCDs in this context calls for renewed efforts and commitment by various stakeholders. This paper highlights local initiatives and strategies to combat NCDs in Tanzania and provides lessons for countries with similar contexts. METHODS: We reviewed published and grey literature and conducted policy analysis on NCDs in Tanzania to examine the burden of NCDs and the national response addressing it...
2023: Annals of Global Health