Noncommunicable Diseases
Addressing chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes, and their relationship to health inequity
Noncommunicable Diseases Headlines
Explore the latest public health research and insights about noncommunicable diseases.
Filters and Digital Health Program Reduced Participants' Arsenic Levels by Nearly Half in American Indian Households Relying on Well Water
Researchers found that in addition to reduced arsenic levels measured in urine tests, households reported significant increases in the use of filtered water for drinking and cooking.
Noncommunicable Diseases Faculty Experts
Looking for prominent public health experts in the field of noncommunicable diseases? They’re here at the Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Joshua Sharfstein, MD, works to develop and promote public health strategies, healthcare payment approaches, and regulatory policies that advance health and equity.
Elizabeth Selvin, PhD '04, MPH, leads research at the nexus of epidemiology and clinical practice, focusing on diagnosing and screening for diabetes and prediabetes.