Sustainable Development Goal target 3.4 sets a specific measurable goal for non-communicable diseases to be achieved by 2030. This target is:
- A Universal access to essential NCD medicines in all primary health centres
- B Elimination of tobacco use in persons below 25 years of age
- C Reduction of premature mortality from NCDs by one-third through prevention and treatment ✓
- D Screening of 100% of adults above 30 years for diabetes and hypertension
Correct answer: C. Reduction of premature mortality from NCDs by one-third through prevention and treatment
Explanation
SDG target 3.4 commits countries to reduce premature mortality (deaths between ages 30 and 70 years) from the four major NCD groups by one-third by 2030, building on the earlier '25 by 25' goal of a 25% relative reduction by 2025. The other options describe programme inputs or process indicators, none of which appear as an SDG outcome target for NCDs.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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