Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), also known as chronic diseases, are not passed from person to person. They are of long duration and generally slow progression. The 4 main types of noncommunicable diseases are cardiovascular diseases (like heart attacks and stroke), cancers, chronic respiratory diseases (such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma) and diabetes.
| Abbreviation | NCDs |
| Originally Published | Last Updated | 10 Sep 2020 | 03 Feb 2021 |
| Knowledge service | Metadata | Health Promotion Knowledge Gateway |