CROI CALLS FOR NEW APPROACH TO HEART DISEASE PREVENTION

Date Published: 20-May-2008

There's been a call for a new approach to heart disease prevention following a report by Croi in partnership with the University Hospital Galway Cardiology department A number of people surveyed show those most at risk of heart disease can be successfully identified and supported in reducing their riskThey were offered advice and motivational techniques to empower them to take control of their healthThe report has highlighted the need for public educational campaigns and preventative programmesIt has also been suggested that cardiac screening be more widely available and free for those over 40UHG Consultant Cardiologist Dr Jim Crowley says many people with heart disease may not be showing visible symptoms