Table 2 Core population-based NCD interventions and global targets

• 30% reduction in the prevalence of current tobacco use in persons aged 15+

Increase tobacco taxes and prices to reduce affordability

Implement plain/standardized packaging and/or large graphic health warnings on all tobacco packages

Enact and enforce comprehensive bans on tobacco advertising, promotion and sponsorship

Eliminate exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke in all indoor workplaces, public places, public transport

Implement effective mass media campaigns that educate the public about the harms of smoking /tobacco use and second hand smoke

Provide effective and population-wide support (including brief advice, national toll-free quit line services, nicotine replacement therapy) for tobacco cessation to all those who want to quit

• At least 10% reduction in the harmful use of alcohol

Use of pricing policies on alcohol including taxes on alcohol

Restrictions and bans on alcohol advertising and promotion

Restrictions on the availability of alcohol in the retail sector

Minimum purchase age regulation and enforcement

Allowed blood alcohol level for driving

• Halt the rise in diabetes and obesity

• 30% reduction in mean population intake of salt/sodium

• 10% reduction in the prevalence of insufficient physical activity

Reduce salt intake and salt content

Virtually eliminate trans-fatty acids

Implement public awareness programmes on diet and physical activity

Reduce free sugar intake

Increase intake of fruit and vegetables

Reduce marketing pressure of food and non-alcoholic beverages to children

Promote awareness about diet and physical activity