Jawaher Al Qasimi: First Step to Prevent NCDs is by Including Strategies in Countries’ Sustainable Development Plans

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, Founder and Patron of Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), signalled the start of the first edition of the Global Forum on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) for Children and Youth, in Sharjah today (Monday), by stressing on the fact, that the first step to defeat NCDs is by including prevention strategies as part of the sustainable development goals of countries. This inclusion will ensure all stake holders work together under a national umbrella to prevent it, including health, educational and social institutions.

Her Highness’ comments were made during a keynote speech at the 2-day event held at Al
Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, which saw the participation of more than 200 leading experts from renowned health and educational institutions, alongside youth and children who shared their NCDs personal stories.