@article{10.11648/j.hep.20240903.13,
  author = {Noman Perves and M. Muzaherul Huq and Maleka Sultana and Anwar Islam},
  title = {Evaluating Health Policy Effectiveness in Reducing the Economic Burden of Non-Communicable Diseases in Bangladesh
},
  journal = {International Journal of Health Economics and Policy},
  volume = {9},
  number = {3},
  pages = {80-92},
  doi = {10.11648/j.hep.20240903.13},
  url = {https://doi.org/10.11648/j.hep.20240903.13},
  eprint = {https://article.sciencepublishinggroup.com/pdf/10.11648.j.hep.20240903.13},
  abstract = {Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) represent a significant and growing public health challenge in Bangladesh, contributing to a substantial economic burden. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, cancers, and chronic respiratory conditions, represent a major health challenge in Bangladesh, contributing to substantial morbidity, mortality, and economic burden. The economic impact is profound, affecting both individuals and the broader economy through healthcare costs, loss of productivity, and long-term financial strain. This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of health policies in mitigating the economic burden of NCDs in Bangladesh. The article begins with an overview of the prevalence and risk factors associated with NCDs, followed by an examination of the national health policies aimed at prevention, treatment, and management. The evaluation considers both successes and challenges, with a focus on policy implementation, healthcare financing, and access to care. Case studies highlight specific policy interventions that have demonstrated measurable success in reducing NCD prevalence and associated costs. The findings suggest that while significant progress has been made in policy formulation, challenges remain in ensuring comprehensive implementation and equitable access to healthcare services. Cost-effective strategies, such as scaling up preventive measures and improving healthcare infrastructure, are essential for reducing the economic burden of NCDs. The review concludes with recommendations for strengthening existing policies and exploring innovative approaches to sustain and enhance the impact of health policies on NCD management in Bangladesh.
},
 year = {2024}
}

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TY  - JOUR
T1  - Evaluating Health Policy Effectiveness in Reducing the Economic Burden of Non-Communicable Diseases in Bangladesh

AU  - Noman Perves
AU  - M. Muzaherul Huq
AU  - Maleka Sultana
AU  - Anwar Islam
Y1  - 2024/09/26
PY  - 2024
N1  - https://doi.org/10.11648/j.hep.20240903.13
DO  - 10.11648/j.hep.20240903.13
T2  - International Journal of Health Economics and Policy
JF  - International Journal of Health Economics and Policy
JO  - International Journal of Health Economics and Policy
SP  - 80
EP  - 92
PB  - Science Publishing Group
SN  - 2578-9309
UR  - https://doi.org/10.11648/j.hep.20240903.13
AB  - Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) represent a significant and growing public health challenge in Bangladesh, contributing to a substantial economic burden. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, cancers, and chronic respiratory conditions, represent a major health challenge in Bangladesh, contributing to substantial morbidity, mortality, and economic burden. The economic impact is profound, affecting both individuals and the broader economy through healthcare costs, loss of productivity, and long-term financial strain. This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of health policies in mitigating the economic burden of NCDs in Bangladesh. The article begins with an overview of the prevalence and risk factors associated with NCDs, followed by an examination of the national health policies aimed at prevention, treatment, and management. The evaluation considers both successes and challenges, with a focus on policy implementation, healthcare financing, and access to care. Case studies highlight specific policy interventions that have demonstrated measurable success in reducing NCD prevalence and associated costs. The findings suggest that while significant progress has been made in policy formulation, challenges remain in ensuring comprehensive implementation and equitable access to healthcare services. Cost-effective strategies, such as scaling up preventive measures and improving healthcare infrastructure, are essential for reducing the economic burden of NCDs. The review concludes with recommendations for strengthening existing policies and exploring innovative approaches to sustain and enhance the impact of health policies on NCD management in Bangladesh.

VL  - 9
IS  - 3
ER  - 

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