Noncommunicable Diseases Global Monitoring Framework: Indicator Definitions and Specifications

In May 2013 the 66th World Health Assembly adopted the comprehensive global monitoring framework (GMF) for the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases. The Global Monitoring Framework included a set of indicators capable of application across regions and country settings to monitor trends and assess progress made in the implementation of national strategies and plans on noncommunicable diseases.

The purpose of this document is to provide detailed guidance to Member States so they can correctly measure each of the 25 indicators and monitor their progress over time. For each indicator, a complete definition is provided, appropriate data sources are identified and a detailed calculation, where applicable, is provided.