‣Non communicable disease such as diabetes, hypertension and chronic pulmonary disease (COPD) are the top ranked causes of morbidity and mortality. As a result of some of these conditions the elderly developing cancers and cardiovascular diseases is on the rise. (Lorga T, 2013)
Figure 2.3:Rate of Patients with Non Communicable Disease
Rate per 100,000 Population
| Year | Heart Disease | Cancers | Diabetes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 56.5 | 53.8 | 33.3 |
| 1990 | 99.6 | 78.6 | 48.2 |
| 1995 | 129.7 | 100.1 | 41.2 |
| 2000 | 285.4 | 250.3 | 71.1 |
| 2003 | 397.0 | 380.7 | 89.4 |
Source:Bureau of policy and Strategy,Ministry of Public Health,2003