IAEA support in human health (French Edition)

The field of medicine has seen unique advances over the last century — among them is the discovery of radiation and radionuclides for use in medicine. This has led to more diversified and effective prevention, diagnostic and treatment options for many health conditions. Diseases like cancer can now be diagnosed earlier and treated more effectively with the help of nuclear techniques, thus giving more patients a fighting chance and, for many, a significant chance for a cure. Nevertheless, the increasing number of people each year affected by non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as cancer and neurological and cardiovascular disorders, places great pressure on healthcare systems and leaders worldwide to provide effective solutions, even though the resources to diagnose and treat these conditions may be scarce, or often not available. The IAEA programme in human health contributes to the many ongoing global efforts to address these health challenges and enhance capabilities in Member States.