Bridging Gender Gaps in India’s National Programme for Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases (NPCDCS):A Women’s Health Perspective
India’s NCD programmes, especially NPCDCS, remain largely gender-neutral, failing to address women’s unique health risks and barriers. A gender-responsive, life-course approach is essential to improve early detection, access, and outcomes for women. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are responsible for nearly 74% of deaths globally, with India experiencing a rapidly rising burden of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), diabetes,…
