There is a need for young doctors and researchers to strengthen their knowledge on different aspects of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) as 60 per cent of deaths in the country occur due to it, said O Dale Williams of Florida International University, Cora Lewis of University of Alabama and V. Mohan of Madras Diabetes Research Foundation.
They were addressing medical students, faculty and doctors at a seminar on Research for Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases organised by the Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences.
The speakers highlighted the changing clinical scenario of NCDs in India and other developing countries, and called for effective prevention and control strategies for NCDs which can be implemented. Around 140 delegates from across the southern states attended the seminar held on January 13 and 14.
The topics covered included research study designs, pitfalls in research protocols, prevention of diabetes, experiences of Dietary Intervention to Stop Hypertension through Anganwadi workers (DISHA) project, clinical research training for NCDs, and reversal of risk factors for NCDs.
A demonstration of software systems used in research and panel discussion on curriculum implementation for undergraduate medical students regarding NCDs prevention and control was also held, a release from the institution said.
