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Non-Communicable Diseases in Humanitarian Settings
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 15 hours
  • Course by University of Copenhagen
  • Offered by

About

NCDs are the leading cause of death in almost every region of the world, and place a huge burden on individuals, families and societies. Humanitarian settings have a negative effect on the levels of disease, and the possibility of treatment. The importance of NCDs in global health is acknowledged by their inclusion in the Sustainable Development Goals, which call for a reduction of a third in premature mortality from NCDs by 2030. However, NCDs have until recently received little attention in humanitarian settings, leaving prevention, care and treatment needs largely unaddressed among some of the most vulnerable populations. According to the World Health Organization, 70 percent of global deaths are due to NCDs. The four main disease groups which cause the greatest number of deaths are cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (including asthma). The course will provide knowledge about issues and dilemmas that occur around NCDs in humanitarian settings and possible solutions. Why are NCDs a problem in humanitarian emergencies or crises? Natural disasters and complex emergencies, including armed conflict, have a negative effect on the levels of disease, and on the possibilities for preventing, treating and caring for people with NCDs. People living with NCDs often need continuous care to avoid disease progression, and disrupted treatment due to natural disaster or emergencies pose a large health challenge. In conflict situations and fragile contexts, the challenge of disrupted care and treatment may be exacerbated – an estimated 65 million people have been forcibly displaced by conflict, displacement lasts longer, and at times health systems and health personnel are deliberately targeted.

Modules

Module 1 Lectures

    • 6 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Why is it important?

6 Videos

  • Siri Tellier: Why is it important?
  • Alessandro Demaio: The "big four" NCDs Explained
  • Sylvia Khamati: The double burden of disease - Kenya refugee camps
  • Mouna Mayoufi: Lack in quality of care - Syria
  • Heidi Christensen: Challenges for refugees on the move - Lesbos
  • Experiences from refugees affected by NCDs

Module 1 - Mandatory Readings

    • 3 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • A Call to Action
  • Identifying and Describing the Impact

3 Readings

  • A call to action
  • Identifying and Describing the Impact
  • Siri Tellier: A Background Paper

Module 1 - Optional readings

    • 4 Readings
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4 Readings

  • Ten essential questions
  • Care in Emergencies
  • Conflict-affected populations
  • Internally Displaced Women and Children

Module 2: Lectures

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • What is being done?

4 Videos

  • Siri Tellier: What is being done?
  • Sylvia Khamati: Community awareness needed - Kenya
  • Mouna Mayoufi: Data needed to improve preparedness - Libya
  • Heidi Christensen: Treatment dilemmas - Pakistan

Module 2: Mandatory Readings

    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • The Sphere Project
  • Emergency Health Kit

2 Readings

  • The Sphere Project
  • Emergency Health Kit

Module 2: Optional Readings

    • 7 Readings
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7 Readings

  • Key Fact Sheet
  • Public Health Interventions in Humanitarian Crises
  • Social Determinants
  • Interventions for Primary Health Care
  • Diabetes care in a complex humanitarian emergency setting
  • Ebola Crisis
  • Guidelines and mHealth for Vulnerable Populations

Module 3: Lectures

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Challenges and opportunities

4 Videos

  • Siri Tellier: Challenges and Opportunities
  • Sylvia Khamati: Financial Dilemmas - Kenya
  • Heidi Christensen: Dilemmas in long term treatment in India
  • Sigiriya A. Perone: Do's and Dont's

Module 3: Mandatory Readings

    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Cancer in Refugees
  • Three Steps to Improve NCDs

2 Readings

  • Cancer in Refugees
  • Three Steps to Improve NCDs

Module 3: Optional Readings

    • 5 Readings
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5 Readings

  • Interventions for NCDs in Humanitarian Crises
  • Human Health Following Disasters
  • Burden of Cardiovascular Morbidity and Mortality
  • Addressing NCDs in disaster risk reduction
  • Health status and needs for older refugees

Auto Summary

Explore the critical impact of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in humanitarian settings with this professional-level course by Coursera. Delve into the challenges posed by natural disasters and conflicts on NCD prevention and treatment, focusing on cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and respiratory illnesses. Gain insights into solutions for managing these health crises among vulnerable populations over 900 minutes of content. Ideal for health and fitness professionals, this course aligns with global health goals and offers a starter subscription option. Join to enhance your understanding and response to NCDs in emergencies.

Siri Tellier
Instructor

Siri Tellier