Overview
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death worldwide, making public health approaches essential for prevention. These approaches focus on reducing risk factors through community engagement, health education, and policy advocacy. By implementing effective public health strategies, commu...
Key Terms
Example: Heart attacks and strokes are types of cardiovascular disease.
Example: Public health initiatives include vaccination programs.
Example: Regular exercise is a preventive measure against heart disease.
Example: Workshops on healthy eating are a form of health education.
Example: Advocating for smoke-free laws is a policy advocacy effort.
Example: Community health fairs promote engagement and awareness.
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advancedKey Concepts
PreventionHealth EducationPolicy AdvocacyCommunity Engagement