Mapping research evidence on implementation of the WHO 'best buys' and other interventions for the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is a global health concern. To reduce the burden of morbidity, mortality and disability due to NCDs, the World Health Organization (WHO) developed 'best buys' and other interventions for the prevention and control of NCDs by member countries. However, their extent of implementation especially in sub-Saharan African countries (SSA) is not known. Therefore, this scoping review aims to map and describe research evidence on implementation of the WHO's 'best buys' and other interventions for reducing unhealthy diets in SSA.

Methods

This review will be guided by the enhanced version of Arksey and O'Malley's framework and the recent Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines for scoping reviews. To identify the relevant publi

SUBMITTER: Kadiri A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9190155 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature