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Non Communicable Diseases for Public Health.
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Non Communicable Diseases for Public Health.

Learn about non communicable diseases & their prevention in the context of public health, policy and behavior change
Highest Rated
Created byStephen Odhiambo Ogweno
Last updated 3/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of non-communicable diseases, including their causes, prevention, management, and global health impacts.
  • Explore emerging global issues in NCDs, such as antimicrobial resistance, human rights challenges, and the effects of climate change.
  • Develop practical skills to analyze and interpret NCD-related data for evidence-based public health decision-making.
  • Examine real-world case studies and best practices from global NCD interventions to drive sustainable community health improvements.
  • Apply innovative digital health strategies to prevent and manage NCDs, transforming challenges into actionable public health solutions.

Course content

11 sections • 52 lectures • 3h 25m total length

  • Welcome To The Course3:16

    COURSE INTRODUCTION


    Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading killer diseases globally causing 7 out of every 10 deaths globally. 70% of the deaths caused by these diseases occur in low- and middle-income counties, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.

    The NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES FOR PUBLIC HEALTH COURSE will introduce the learners to non-communicable diseases. The main aim of this short course is to enhance literacy on non-communicable diseases in a bid to improve better health outcomes through the application of the course content to daily life. This course can be taken by individuals, community health workers, teachers, students and even parents in a bid to learn about various non-communicable diseases and how to prevent and control them.

    The course contains 9 modules and has been developed in a simple easy to understand language that can be understood by the general population. It adapts the use of videos, images and audio to enhance learning. The course will also provide additional course content and research papers required to give the learner a deeper understanding of the topic.

    We are hoping that through this course, you will be more informed, you will have fun while learning and that you will share your learnings with someone else. Information is power and relevant information on non-communicable diseases has never been important as it is currently.

    Learn, share, practice


    ABOUT THE COURSE LEAD


    Ogweno Stephen is a global health enthusiast, a non-communicable diseases(NCDs) advocate and an author known for his vast work in developing programmes and innovations, aimed at improving NCDs literacy and access to healthcare. As the founder and CEO of Stowelink, he has led the implementation of such programmes in over 8 countries in Africa. In addition to this Ogweno Stephen also currently serves as a steering member of the World Health Organization (WHO) NCDs Labs under the thematic area NCDs and the Next Generation where he advises the WHO on strategies of achieving SDG 3.4. In addition to this, Ogweno has been recognized as one of the top 100 most influential youth in Africa in 2020 for his extraordinary leadership and commitment to reducing the NCDs burden in Africa. Ogweno Stephen is also a keynote speaker, an author of 4 books and a published scientific researcher whose thematic areas in research majorly revolve around non-communicable diseases, mhealth and primary health care. Besides this Ogweno is an avid reader who loves travelling and enjoys a quiet meditation every morning.

    For more information visit: www.ogwenostephen.com

  • Introduction1:42

Requirements

  • There are no prerequisites to taking this course.

Description

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading killers worldwide, responsible for 7 out of every 10 deaths, with 70% of these fatalities occurring in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.

The "Non-Communicable Diseases for Public Health" course, developed by Ogweno Stephen, is a comprehensive, CPD-accredited program recognized by the Nursing Council of Kenya—equivalent to one semester of undergraduate study in Public Health.

This course is designed to empower community health workers, educators, students, and parents to understand, prevent, and control NCDs through evidence-based strategies and innovative digital health solutions.

Divided into nine engaging modules, the course utilizes clear, accessible language alongside a rich array of multimedia tools—videos, images, and audios—to cater to diverse learning styles. In addition to interactive lessons, you’ll have access to cutting-edge research papers and supplementary content that deepen your understanding of NCDs within the public health context.

By joining this course, you’ll gain vital insights into the epidemiology of NCDs, digital health interventions, and effective policy strategies that can transform communities and drive sustainable change.

Embark on this transformative journey to become an NCD champion, equipped with the skills to lead impactful public health initiatives and advocate for healthier lifestyles in Kenya and beyond. Enroll today and harness the power of knowledge to drive global health improvements through effective NCDs advocacy.

Who this course is for:

  • Public Heath and Global Health students and enthusiasts who want to expand their knowledge on non communicable diseases.
  • Community Health Workers and practitioners interested in learning about non communicable diseases.
  • Individuals interested in learning about non communicable diseases.

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