Efforts to reduce the global burden involve multi-faceted approaches:
1. Prevention Programs: Implementing vaccination programs, promoting healthy lifestyles, and improving sanitation. 2. Healthcare Access: Enhancing access to quality healthcare services and medications. 3. Policy Interventions: Enforcing regulations on tobacco, alcohol, and environmental pollutants. 4. Education and Awareness: Raising awareness about risk factors and preventive measures. 5. Research and Innovation: Investing in medical research and health technologies.