More than half of female heart patients missing out on life saving aftercare

Source: British Heart Foundation

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Date of publication: December 2018

Publication type: News item

In a nutshell: An analysis of figures in our annual National Audit of Cardiac Rehabilitation (NACR) report has revealed that in England only 43% of women eligible for cardiac rehab take it up, compared to 53% of men.

Perhaps even more troubling is the direction in which these figures are moving, with the gap widening. In the last NACR report, published this January, 44% of eligible women took part in cardiac rehab, compared to 52% of eligible men.

Length of publication: 1 webpage

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Acknowledgement:   British Heart Foundation

Positive psychosocial experiences in childhood linked to better cardiovascular health in adulthood

Source: Medical News Today

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Date of publication: January 2015

Publication type: News item

In a nutshell: Research published in the journal Circulation, supports findings from previous research that suggests child wellbeing affects health in adulthood. 3,577 children aged 3-18 were analysed on socioeconomic status, emotional stability, parent’s health behaviours, occurrence of stressful events and more. These children were assessed 27 years later for cardiovascular health. Participants who had experienced positive psychosocial experiences as a child were more likely to have better cardiovascular health as an adult.

Length of publication: 1 webpage

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Acknowledgement: UK Health Forum

A cardiovascular disease policy model that predicts life expectancy

Source: Heart, 2015, 101 (3) p. 201-208

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Date of publication: February 2015

Publication type: Policies

In a nutshell: The primary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a policy priority and should include the aim of reducing health inequalities. This CVD policy model was developed using data from the Scottish Heart Health Extended Cohort. It estimates the impact of risk factor modification on CVD events and non-CVD mortality to predict life expectancy, taking into account socio-economic deprivation. This policy tool can be used to estimate the impact of primary prevention interventions on life expectancy. It can also assess the impact of interventions on inequalities.

Length of publication: 8 pages

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More than 1 million years of life lost in the UK to preventable, premature deaths

Source: Health and Social Care Information Centre

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Date of publication: September 2013

Publication type: Article

In a nutshell: The Health & Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC) has published data relating to preventable premature deaths from conditions such as heart disease, breast cancer, tuberculosis and asthma. The data also highlighted a north south divide in the country with more in the north dying prematurely than those in the south.

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Acknowledgement: UK Health Forum

UK: Health inequalities around the UK

Source: British Heart Foundation

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Date of publication: April 2013

Publication type: News item/ statistics

In a nutshell: As part of the ‘fight for every heartbeat’ campaign the British Heart Foundation has released statistics that suggest where you live can impact on peoples health and likelihood of them developing cardiovascular diseases.

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Acknowledgement: UK Health Foundation eBulletin

UK lagging behind most of Europe on indicators for ill health

Source: Lancet

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Date of publication: March 2013

Publication type: Article

In a nutshell: A comparison of data from 20 years and 19 countries has found that the UK is behind in decreasing avoidable mortality.  A range of conditions including cardiovascular diseases are mentioned.

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Acknowledgement: National Heart Forum eNews Briefing

Europe: European health and lifestyle expectancies

Source: National Heart Forum eNews Briefing 20/09/2012

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Date of publication: 19 September 2012

Publication type: News item

In a nutshell: Results from the largest ever health and lifestyle survey of 26 European cities have been published. Includes Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Greater Manchester, and Merseyside. The gap between rich and poor in urban areas is increasing.

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Recent UK trends in the unequal burden of coronary heart disease

Source: Heart Online First

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Date of publication: August 2012

Publication type: Research

In a nutshell: This study examined the burden of coronary heart disease (CHD) and identified and analysed recent trends in terms of age, gender and socioeconomic inequalities. Data from various sources between 1999 and 2007 was used, and involved all adults over 25 living in England. Strong socio-economic gradients persisted or worsened in all patient groups over this time period.

Length of publication: 12 pages

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Clustering of unhealthy behaviours over time: implications for policy and practice

Source: The King’s Fund

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Date of publication: August 2012

Publication type: Report

In a nutshell: Using data from the Health Survey for England from 2003 – 2008, this reports considers the way in which the population is affected when unhealthy behaviours (excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, poor diet and insufficient physical activity) come together in different population groups over time. There are implications for policy and practice.

Length of publication: 24 pages

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Acknowledgement: National Heart Forum weekly eNews Briefing 29 August 2012

Local health profiles 2011

Source: Department of Health

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Date of publication: 28 June 2011

Publication type: Statistics

In a nutshell: Produced by the Public Health Observatories, there is a 4-page summary available for each local authority in England, together with full Health Profile on a variety of maps and charts, showing the relative health of the area, relative to the national picture, and health inequalities where they occur.

Length of publication: 1 webpage plus linked documents

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Acknowledgement: Association of Public Health Observatories

Assessment of physical activity levels in South Asians in the UK: findings from the Health Survey for England

Source: Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, 2011, vol 65 (6), pp 517-521

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Date of publication: June 2011

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: Data from Health Survey England comparing the physical activity levels of over 5000 South Asians with those of nearly 9000 white participants, found consistent ethnic group differences. Suggests that increasing physical activity in this ethnic group should be a public health priority.

Length of publication: 5 pages

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Acknowledgement: National Heart Forum eResearch briefing 12 May 2011

National cardiovascular disease (CVD) profiles

Source: South East Public Health Observatory

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Date of publication: March 2011

Publication type: Statistics

In a nutshell: The profiles for each PCT and Cardiac Network in the country can be downloaded, showing incidence, mortality, risk factors, treatments and costs. Intended to help assessment of the impact of these factors on the local population and services, and to inform the commissioning and planning process.

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