Global assessment of healthcare policies and socioeconomic impact of the rapid rising of non-communicable diseases in LMICs: Case study, Cameroon

Adanze Nge Cynthia 1, *, Sally Tabe Njoh 2, Bülent Kılıç 3 and Cyprian Ekwilli Kebbi Chinje 4

1 Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dokuz Eylül University, 35340 Balçova/İzmir, Türkiye.
2 Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, University of Buea, P.O. Box 63 Buea, Cameroon / HappyMe Health Association, Limbe, Cameroon.
 3 Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dokuz Eylül University, 35340 Balçova/İzmir, Türkiye.
4 Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, P.O. Box 524 Auckland Park, South Africa.
 
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International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 11(01), 001–010.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.11.1.1108
Publication history: 
Received on 21 November 2023; revised on 29 December 2023; accepted on 03 January 2024
 
Abstract: 
Background: The rapid transition from communicable diseases (CDs) to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) presents a global health challenge, impacting healthcare policies and socioeconomic dynamics. Our study assesses how the prevalence of NCDs influences health and economic indicators, like, quality of life and productivity by conducting a comprehensive global assessment of the role of healthcare policies in addressing this disease transition with a specific focus on Cameroon.
Methodology: The study examined the literature from a range of sources, such as Science Direct, PubMed, and official reports, in order to analyse both global and Cameroonian healthcare policies and highlight opportunities and problems with effectively managing NCDs.
Results: The socioeconomic impact of the rising NCDs is core concern, as they impose substantial economic burdens on both individuals and healthcare systems. Sub-Saharan countries, Cameroon inclusive, stand to suffer most if it is not addressed early enough. Moreover, by understanding the socioeconomic implications of NCDs, strategies can be developed to mitigate their adverse effects and improve the overall well-being of populations in LMICs.
Conclusion: The increasing prevalence of NCDs poses a significant risk to the well-being of the younger generation, jeopardizing their quality of life. Thus, a thorough analysis of healthcare policies and socioeconomic consequences is essential. It highlights the pressing necessity of a multifaceted strategy to tackle this health transition and underscores the importance of customized approaches to address the unique challenges encountered by countries such as Cameroon.
 
Keywords: 
Non-communicable diseases; Health policy; Disease trend; Cameroon; Sub-Saharan Africa
 
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