The results showed that at least 8% ofNCD burden could be attributed to infectious risks globally, with higher proportions in particular regions, including Oceania and sub-Saharan Africa and lowerproportionsin Australia and New Zealand. Within sub-Saharan-Africa, NCD burden risk factors include tobacco, high systolic blood pressure and dietary factors. The researchers suggest that health policies in these regions should aim to promoteuniversal health coverage, improving accessibility, availability, and quality of cost-effective interventions to avert this NCD burden.