Publications by authors named "Celia Wolfman"
Strengthening research capacity in LMICs to address the global NCD burden.
Glob Health Action
December 2020
Article Synopsis
- The global burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) is escalating, with low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) facing nearly double the risk of premature death from NCDs compared to high-income countries.
- Strengthening research capacity in LMICs is essential for tackling health challenges effectively, as local researchers can better understand and address the unique cultural, social, and economic factors at play.
- The Fogarty International Center offers programs aimed at building NCD research capacity in LMICs, promoting sustainable research practices and fostering local ownership to ensure more effective and enduring health solutions.
For 50 years, the Fogarty International Center (FIC) has built research capacity particularly in low and middle-income countries responding to national and global public health priorities. Established in 1968 in honor of U.S.
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