The report published by the NCD Alliance addresses one of the most pressing global health challenges of our time. Chronic illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, along with mental health conditions, now account for the majority of deaths and disability worldwide. Their growing burden is particularly acute in low- and middle-income countries, where overstretched health systems and limited budgets make it increasingly difficult to provide care and safeguard populations from financial hardship.
It highlights the gap between current investments in noncommunicable disease services and the financing required to achieve universal health coverage. It presents benchmarks for sustainable spending, demonstrates how medicine pricing variations affect value for money, and shows the potential savings achievable through improved procurement. Drawing on international evidence and case studies, it sets out practical policy approaches to expand access to affordable NCD care and medicines while strengthening