The Northern Dimension Partnership – An International Initiative

The Northern Dimension Partnership in Public Health and Social Well-being is an international initiative on enhanced health and social conditions in the the Northern Dimension area , and primarily the north-eastern parts of Europe .

The Partnership was established in September 2003 by the Partners – 15 countries and 8 international organisations. Later, the number of partner countries has decreased to 13. The declaration “Concerning the Establishment of a Northern Dimension Partnership in Public Health and Social Well-being”  lays down two priority objectives:

1. Reduction of major communicable diseases and prevention of lifestyle related non-communicable diseases

2. Enhancement and promotion of healthy and socially rewarding lifestyles.

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