The prevention and control of non-communicable diseases

This procedure defines the European Union's official stance and commitments ahead of a United Nations high-level meeting. It focuses on coordinating a unified approach to prevent and control non-communicable diseases, such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, which are leading causes of death globally.

This affects EU health policy coordination and international diplomacy. It aims to align member states' goals with UN global health targets to improve long-term public health outcomes.