The Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Division of CIPRB conducts implementation research, surveillance, policy analysis, and evidence generation to address the growing burden of NCDs in Bangladesh. Explore our flagship programmes, collaborative research, and nationally significant initiatives below.
Established in 2022, the Bangladesh NCD Poverty Commission examined the burden of non-communicable diseases among vulnerable populations and generated evidence-based recommendations to strengthen prevention, management, and Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The commission worked closely with national and international experts to guide future health policy.
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This research assessed whether nutrition support combined with parenting education could improve children's cognitive development and communication skills. The project focused on early childhood interventions that promote healthy growth and long-term developmental outcomes among vulnerable families.
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The baseline survey explored the implementation of technology-enabled learning environments across experimental schools. The study analysed classroom practices, curriculum delivery, stakeholder engagement, and learning outcomes to generate evidence for future education interventions.
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This nationwide assessment examined the prevalence, risk factors, disease patterns and policy environment surrounding non-communicable diseases among children and adolescents in Bangladesh. The findings provide evidence to support national planning, strengthen prevention strategies and improve child and adolescent health services.
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This project developed a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation framework for mental health services in selected districts. Facility assessments, qualitative interviews and stakeholder consultations were conducted to identify service gaps and strengthen mental healthcare delivery within the public health system.
Learn MoreThe SHIKHA Project was designed to improve maternal nutrition, infant feeding practices and child health through community engagement, counselling and behaviour change communication. The intervention demonstrated significant improvements in breastfeeding, dietary diversity and complementary feeding practices.
Learn MoreThis nationwide assessment evaluated the availability and readiness of health facilities to provide non-communicable disease and disability-related services. Using the WHO SARA methodology, the study identified gaps in infrastructure, essential equipment, medicines, trained personnel and referral systems to support future health system strengthening.
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Conducted across multiple levels of healthcare facilities, this study assessed the preparedness of hospitals and primary healthcare centres to deliver quality mental health services. The findings highlighted critical shortages in trained professionals, treatment capacity and service accessibility while identifying opportunities for policy and system improvement.
Learn MoreThis operational research examined the feasibility of implementing ICD-10 coding within community-based injury surveillance systems. The study demonstrated that standardized disease classification can significantly improve injury reporting, data quality and evidence generation for planning, monitoring and policy development.
Learn MoreThis implementation research focused on integrating essential NCD prevention and management services into primary healthcare. The project supported capacity building, early diagnosis, community awareness and evidence-based interventions to strengthen routine healthcare delivery.
Learn MoreThis operational research evaluated practical approaches for strengthening surveillance of behavioural and biological risk factors, including tobacco use, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity and hypertension. The evidence supports improved planning, monitoring and national NCD prevention strategies.
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This programme promotes healthy lifestyles and community engagement through awareness campaigns, screening activities, behaviour change interventions and local partnerships. The initiative contributes to reducing the burden of non-communicable diseases and improving population health across Bangladesh.
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