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To reverse the alarming rise in chronic diseases by providing leadership and policy recommendations based on contemporary evidence.
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24/06/2022
Healthier Together – Launching a new decade of success in Europe: towards a chronic disease-free generation?
The European Chronic Disease Alliance (ECDA) welcomes the publication of this initiative, which we have encouraged since the 2011 Reflection Process on Chronic Diseases. "It is a pleasure to see an ambitious, integrated plan…
06/05/2022
Healthier Together initiative on NCDs: ECDA input
In December 2021, the European Commission announced a new initiative to frame action on chronic diseases at European level: "Healthier Together". ECDA has taken part in the consultative process led by the European Commission…
16/03/2022
ECDA stands united with Ukraine and calls for protection and continuity of care for Ukrainians
The European Chronic Disease Alliance strongly condemns the military invasion of Ukraine, expresses its stunning shock at the suffering being imposed upon innocent people, and is appalled by the violent attacks taking place…
22/02/2022
Update of the recommendation on cancer screening: ECDA position
ECDA fully supports the update of the 2003 guidance, which should allow to improve the early detection of cancer and potential complications across Europe; and support implementation of screening guidelines and cost-effective…