Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Diseases and Awareness of Related Burden in Women: Results of a Survey in Italian Pharmacies.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) represent the leading cause of morbidity and mortality for women worldwide, yet they are often unaware of this heavy burden.

Aim

To assess cardiovascular risk awareness among Italian women.

Methods

Following World Heart Day 2023, a cardiovascular prevention campaign was conducted in Italian pharmacies to evaluate the effectiveness of screening activities offered by pharmacies and raise awareness of cardiovascular health status among Italian women. Cardiovascular risk profile and perception of CVD burden relative to other common female-specific diseases were assessed. Blood pressure (BP) measurement and ECG recording were performed.

Results

A total of 1510 women (84.7% < 70 years), enrolled at 91 pharmacies, were includ

SUBMITTER: Del Pinto R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11890340 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature