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August 4, 2026Biomedical JournalOpen Access

More than just numbers: the expanding burden of non-communicable diseases

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Why the study?

Non-communicable diseases account for a major share of global mortality and disability, reflecting complex interactions among behavioral, metabolic, socioeconomic, environmental, infectious, and non-modifiable factors.

Design

Editorial overview of journal issue

Key result

This editorial summarizes contemporary research on non-communicable diseases featured in the Biomedical Journal, without reporting specific quantitative trial results.

Authors

AKAila Akosua Kattner

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Overview

Age- and sex-specific NCD patterns in Malaysia warrant targeted study; leaves open optimal prevention strategies for diverse populations.

Key Points

  • This research aims to understand the prevalence and impact of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) globally and explore innovative interventions.
  • Examined age- and sex-specific patterns in the burden of NCDs including cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes in northern Peninsular Malaysia.
  • Reviewed strategies for improving glioblastoma vaccines and ultrasound-guided interventions for adhesive capsulitis.
  • Investigated various treatment modalities and their effectiveness on conditions like hepatocellular carcinoma and ischemic stroke.
  • Demonstrated significant age- and sex-specific variations in the burden of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.
  • Showed enhanced immunotherapy strategies lead to better outcomes in resectable hepatocellular carcinoma.
  • Highlighted the diagnostic relevance of DEC-1 in ischemic stroke, indicating potential for early intervention.

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Non-communicable diseases

This editorial highlights a diverse collection of research articles on non-communicable diseases, ranging from epidemiology to novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

Cite This Study

Aila Akosua Kattner (2026) conducted an editorial in Non-communicable diseases. This editorial summarizes contemporary research on non-communicable diseases featured in the Biomedical Journal, without reporting specific quantitative trial results.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a719922c47350ef8e49496bhttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.bj.2026.101020
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