Public Health Approach to Cardiovascular Disease Prevention & Management

Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs) are the number one cause of death and  disability globally, being the most important public health problem that  needs to be tackled as more people die annually from CVDs than from any  other cause. Over three-quarters of CVD deaths take place in low- and  middle-income countries. This book on cardiovascular diseases provides  an overview of the global and regional challenges associated with CVDs.  Coupled with case studies and theoretical concepts, it helps the reader  to contextualize CVDs in the broader public health system and the  administrative aspects of practicing CVD control approaches for improved  population health in their local setting.

Key Features:1. Covers existing and emerging issues in cardiovascular disease epidemiology and prevention.
2. Has a multidisciplinary approach in content and audience.
3. Connects with health systems and relevant sustainable development goals.
4. Provides case studies for enabling readers to understand and apply evidence-based solutions to key public health issues.
5. Has inputs from globally renowned public health experts.