The Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of NCDs 2013–2020 (extended to 2030) set nine voluntary global NCD targets. Which target was specifically related to TOBACCO control?
- A 25% relative reduction in overall NCD mortality by 2025
- B 30% relative reduction in current tobacco use among persons aged ≥15 years ✓
- C 50% reduction in salt/sodium intake in the population by 2025
- D 100% halt in rise of obesity and diabetes prevalence
Correct answer: B. 30% relative reduction in current tobacco use among persons aged ≥15 years
Explanation
The WHO Global NCD Action Plan 2013–2020 set a tobacco-specific voluntary global target of at least 30% relative reduction in the prevalence of current tobacco use in persons aged ≥15 years by 2025 (using 2010 as baseline). The overall mortality target is 25% relative reduction in premature NCD mortality (ages 30–70) by 2025 (the '25×25' target). Sodium reduction target is 30% (not 50%). No specific percentage halt target for obesity/diabetes was set — only halting the rise was targeted.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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