Description
Targeted screening for cardiovascular risk factors among vulnerable populations.Program launch date
2020-2023Responsible entity
EU project of 20 million EuroAvailable results and quality metrics
165,001 people benefited from screening, of which 85,000 from rural areas. Cardiovascular risk distribution (SCORE) was: 22% low risk, 58% moderate risk, 15% high risk, and 3% very high risk. Prevalence of risk factors in the tested population was: 55% with elevated total cholesterol, 15% with elevated fasting blood glucose, 76% overweight or obese (36% obese), 17% smokers, 40% physically inactive, and 26% alcohol consumers. Inadequate diet: 46% low vegetable intake, 44% low fruit intake.Limitations / comments
Lack of sustainable funding and monitoring tools; recommendation to integrate into the national strategy. The Need for Screening Integration with Electronic Health Records Ensuring Effective Follow-up for High-Risk Patients.