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A Journey Towards Accessible NCD Healthcare<\/h1>\n

Born from a shared mission: improving access to medicines and medical goods to low- and middle-income countries.<\/h2>\n

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This journey began with two social organisations\u2014IDA Foundation<\/strong> and Solvoz<\/strong>\u2014combining their strengths to create a solution that would address the complex challenges of NCD care.<\/p>\n

By bringing together IDA Foundation\u2019s extensive procurement expertise and Solvoz\u2019s digital innovation, NCDconnect enables sustainable access to NCD medicines and medical devices, equipping healthcare organisations with the essential tools to deliver effective, quality care to those who need it most.<\/p>\n

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Our Vision: Closing the NCD Care Gap<\/h3>\n

As global health priorities evolve, NCDs have emerged as a growing crisis. Unlike infectious diseases, which benefit from robust funding and coordinated global action, NCDs\u2014such as diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular, and chronic respiratory diseases\u2014have been overlooked, particularly in LMICs.<\/p>\n

Recognising this unmet need, NCDconnect was developed to expand access to essential medicines and medical devices against NCDs.<\/p>\n

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Our Roots: Two Partners, One Mission<\/h3>\n

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About IDA Foundation:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

IDA Foundation\u2019s mission is to bridge the gap in access to essential medicines and medical goods in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). As a wholesaler and procurement service agent, IDA distributes quality-assured medicines and medical supplies to a broad range of customers in these underserved regions.<\/p>\n

The organisation’s impact has been significant over the past 50 years, supporting global health programmes and emergency responses worldwide, and strengthening health systems.<\/p>\n

For more information about IDA Foundation’s work, visit\u00a0www.idafoundation.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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About Solvoz:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Solvoz is a digital procurement and collaboration platform (SaaS) designed specifically for NGOs, health agencies, and other social impact organisations operating in LMICs. Solvoz\u2019s platform facilitates efficient and transparent procurement by connecting organisational needs to thousands of suppliers globally.<\/p>\n

Built for the unique challenges of global health and humanitarian sectors, Solvoz combines e-sourcing and e-procurement capabilities with open-access knowledge, enabling organisations to streamline their procurement processes.<\/p>\n

For more information about Solvoz, visit https:\/\/solvoz.tech<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Our Partners<\/h3>\n

We acknowledge the significant challenge posed by noncommunicable diseases, and we firmly believe that addressing this challenge requires a collective effort. NCDconnect serves as a vital pathway to provide accessible medicines\u00a0 and medical devices within a broader ecosystem, where public, private, and civil sectors intersect.<\/p>\n

That’s why we proudly joined forces with a diverse network of organisations:<\/p>\n

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Whether you are a Ministry of Health, Central Medical Store, non-governmental organisation or supplier, we are determined to bridge the healthcare divide and make the necessary connections available through our solutions.<\/h3>\n

Discover How We Make This Mission a Reality:<\/h3>\n

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