Target population names the group of people a health program was designed to protect. Wikipedia notes that in the 20th century polio "became one of the most worrying childhood diseases," which is why polio eradication campaigns focus most heavily on infants and young children. This dimension groups programs that share the same intended audience.
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1. Wikipedia: Non-communicable disease
WikipediaNon-communicable disease, United Nations sectionQuote, Non-communicable disease, United Nations section
In May 2008, the 193 Member States of the WHO approved a six-year plan to address non-communicable diseases, especially the rapidly increasing burden in low- and middle-income countries.
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