Ashish Kumar, Divya Balani, Kritika Saxena, Ankita Srivastava and Richa Wadhawan
Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs) pose a substantial and increasing economic burden worldwide. Conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, and chronic respiratory ailments incur significant direct and indirect expenses for healthcare systems, individuals, and communities. The combination of high treatment costs and diminished productivity from absenteeism and presenteeism heightens economic pressures on both personal and societal levels. Disparities in healthcare access exacerbate these challenges, perpetuating economic inequalities. Effective strategies to address the economic implications of NCDs must encompass prevention, early detection, and efficient management. Policymakers and healthcare providers should prioritize investments in healthcare infrastructure, public health initiatives, and socio-economic support mechanisms to alleviate the mounting economic impact of NCDs and foster sustainable economic progress. This review consolidates current literature on the economic impact of NCDs, examining healthcare costs, productivity losses, household financial strain, and broader economic consequences.
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