Readiness to deliver integrated cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic care in primary healthcare: phase II of HEARTS 2.0 in 26 countries in the Americas.

ABSTRACT: WHO's Global HEARTS is the largest worldwide effort to improve hypertension control through standardised care. HEARTS in the Americas is its regional adaptation. To address the rising burden of cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic conditions, the initiative launched HEARTS 2.0, aiming to promote integrated care, reduce fragmentation and improve quality, access and health outcomes. In phase I, an expert-led consensus identified 45 evidence-based interventions for inclusion in an expanded Clinical Pathway. This report presents findings from phase II on the readiness of 26 Latin American and Caribbean countries to implement these interventions. We used a cross-sectional design and a structured, self-administered questionnaire completed by national implementation teams. It systematically asses

SUBMITTER: Ordunez P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12815231 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature