Who we are
What we do
The noncommunicable diseases programme is concerned with the prevention and control of chronic diseases, with a particular emphasis on five main diseases namely, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, chronic respiratory diseases and mental disorders, and five main risk factors, which are smoking, unhealthy diets, physical inactivity, harmful use of alcohol and air pollution.
Our team works closely with MOH and concerned stakeholders to strengthen NCDs governance, prevention, service delivery and surveillance at all levels in line with national and global norms and targets in fulfillment of the SDGs agenda 2030.
We diligently work to curb NCDs, which are the leading cause of death and illness in Jordan. This is through strengthening multisectoral coordination and collaboration, the integration of NCDs into primary health care and the implementation of evidence-based high impact NCDs interventions to optimize NCDs prevention, early detection, screening, management, monitoring, rehabilitation and palliative care.
The mental health program is directed towards supporting more effective leadership and governance of mental health, integrating mental health in community-based settings, implementation of strategies for promotion and prevention, and strengthening mental health information system.