Abstract
OBJECTIVE:
to describe the actions undertaken by the Strategic Action Plan for Tackling Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Brazil, from 2011 to 2015.
METHODS:
the actions were identified through sectorial and interministerial meetings, annual forums, as well as document reviews of publications and laws on government websites.
RESULTS:
the actions found were: national surveys and monitoring of mortality and risk factor reduction targets; encouragement of physical activity, adequate nutrition and health promotion through the creation of the Health Gym Program (Programa Academia da Saúde); the publication of legislation on tobacco-free environments; free of charge drugs for hypertension, diabetes, and asthma; organization of the emergency service network for cardiovascular diseases; and expanding access to diagnosis and treatment of cancer patients.
CONCLUSION:
we found progress regarding surveillance, health promotion and comprehensive care; in general, the goals of the Plan are being met.
Key words:
Epidemiological Surveillance; Chronic Disease; Risk Factors; Public Policies; Monitoring