Epidemiological transition of some diseases in Oman: a situational analysis.

S. S. Ganguly*, A. Al-Lawati, M. A. Al-Shafaee, K. K. Duttagupta

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Abstract

During the past 35 years Oman has undergone a rapid socioeconomic and epidemiological transition leading to a steep reduction in child and adult mortality and morbidity due to the decline of various communicable diseases, including vaccine-preventable diseases. Good governance and planning, together with leadership and commitment by the government, has been a critical factor in this reduction. However, with increasing prosperity, lifestyle-related noncommunicable diseases have emerged as new health challenges to the country, with cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and obesity in the lead among other chronic conditions. Appropriate prevention strategies for reducing the burden of noncommunicable diseases are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)26-31
Number of pages6
JournalWorld hospitals and health services : the official journal of the International Hospital Federation
Volume45
Issue number1
Publication statusPublished - 2009

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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