Description
Key Elements of Cardiovascular Prevention in the Guideline Assessment of Risk Factors: The guideline mandates the regular monitoring of cardiovascular risk factors---such as blood pressure, blood glucose, and lipid profile---among adults aged 40 to 65. Lifestyle Counselling: Within the framework of preventive consultations, general practitioners and members of the practice community provide lifestyle advice to patients, including support for smoking cessation, promotion of healthy eating, and encouragement of regular physical activity. Organization of Patient Support Groups: The guideline encourages the establishment of patient clubs aimed at educating patients and strengthening community support. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Healthcare professionals working within practice communities, such as dietitians, physiotherapists, and psychologists, collaborate with general practitioners in implementing cardiovascular prevention strategiesProgram launch date
31st March 2023Responsible entity
National Health Insurance Fund (free for the patient)Available results and quality metrics
Since the introduction of structured preventive services in general practice communities in Hungary---particularly reinforced by the 2023 guideline---some initial and broader trends in population health have been observed, though long-term outcomes are still being monitored.Limitations / comments
Key challenges in cardiovascular prevention within Hungarian primary care include inconsistent target achievement, regional disparities, limited use of allied professionals, poor patient adherence, and inadequate documentation and financial incentives. https://medicalonline.hu/haziorvostan/cikk/milyen_valtozasokat_hozhat_a_teljesitmenyertekeles_az_alapellatasban