WHO: Non-communicable Diseases Are The Cause of 84% of Deaths in Egypt

Dr. Nima Abid, the WHO representative in Egypt, has highlighted that non-communicable diseases are the cause of 84% of deaths in Egypt, making it crucial to tackle the most prevalent factors, such as unhealthy nutrition. The focus should be on promoting educational change and modifying the behavior of children and future generations.

Dr. Abid emphasized that an individual's health is multidimensional and relies on various interconnected factors, including physical, mental, psychological, social, behavioral, and societal determinants.

She made her remarks during the launching of the "Partnership for Healthy Cities" initiative, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Population, the Ministry of Education and Technical Education, Cairo Governorate, and the Egyptian Food Bank.

The initiative aims to change children's health awareness and promote new ideas to improve the nutritional environment. It aims to train children to improve their misconceptions and habits through a health application only available in schools participating in the Healthy Cities Project.