TRANSLATING EPIDEMIOLOGICAL EVIDENCE INTO COMMUNITY-BASED INTERVENTIONS FOR NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PREVENTION

Abstract

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for the majority of global morbidity and mortality, yet a persistent gap exists between epidemiological evidence and its application in real-world public health practice. Translational public health research seeks to bridge this divide by converting scientific knowledge into effective, community-based interventions. This study examines how epidemiological findings on NCD risk factors can be systematically translated into community-level prevention strategies. Using a mixed-methods approach that combines secondary data analysis with a pilot community intervention, the study demonstrates that evidence-informed, culturally adapted programs significantly improve health behaviors related to diet, physical activity, and tobacco use. The findings underscore the importance of contextual adaptation, stakeholder engagement, and implementation science in translating research into public health impact