This document is a report published in Circulation in 2014 that provides statistics on heart disease and stroke in the United States. It includes data on the prevalence of risk factors like obesity, smoking, physical inactivity, and high cholesterol. It also reports on the incidence and mortality rates of cardiovascular diseases and trends over time. The report finds that while cardiovascular death rates have declined, most Americans do not meet ideal health metrics and projections show poor cardiovascular health will continue without changes to current trends.
Metabolic syndrome is a complex condition represented by risk factors that affect many people in this generation. Metabolic syndrome is characterized as having three or more of the following conditions; cardiovascular conditions, abdominal visceral fat, increased blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes. The research correlates to the objectives of Healthy People’s 2020s mission statement of eliminating health disparities among all and improving quality of life for years to come, metabolic syndrome in particular targets the individuals showing a case of increased weight who later experience health concerns due to obesity.
This research identifies the risks of metabolic syndrome in specifics to African American women; their risks are higher than those of Caucasian women. Although the risks of MS can affect anyone, as this research will present it is more sever in African American women, the condition can be contained with recommended moderate high to low physical activity with duration of 30 minutes 3-5 times a week. The importance of physical activity is highly recommended for those at high risk of metabolic syndrome. This research is important in setting the stage for future intervention to better improve the quality of all individuals facing health concerns related to weight.
This document provides a draft Master's of Public Health (MOP) proposal for a study examining cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors and premature heart disease mortality among Native Americans aged 45-64 living in North and South Dakota from 2010-2013. The study would use a nested case-control design within the Strong Heart Study cohort to examine the association between exposures like diabetes, hypertension, smoking and outcomes like premature heart disease mortality. The goal is to better understand high rates of premature heart disease in Native American populations and inform prevention programs. Ethical considerations around working with vulnerable populations and obtaining informed consent are discussed.
Obesity in African Americans is often a result of sedentary lifestyles. African Americans have higher rates of obesity than Caucasians due to low socioeconomic status resulting in lack of access to parks, walking paths, and safe areas for physical activity. Obesity can lead to health issues like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension in African Americans. Public health experts can help reduce obesity rates by promoting exercise and making communities more accessible for physical activity.
Simply applying knowledge we have reliably in hand, we could prevent fully 80% of all chronic disease and premature death in modernized and modernizing countries. Standing between us and that prize is an obstacle course of competing claims, false promises, and profit-driven, pop culture nonsense. The case will be made for True Health Coalition to rally diverse voices to the cause of using what we know, even as we pursue what we do not. The challenges, operations, and promise of the endeavor will be discussed.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, responsible for over 600,000 deaths yearly. Risk factors include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, smoking, and lack of physical activity. Symptoms of heart disease can include chest pain or pressure, pain or cramping in the legs with exercise, and numbness or coldness in the feet or legs. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle through diet, exercise, not smoking, and managing conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes can help prevent and manage heart disease.
The document discusses the vision of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to promote healthier residents living in safe environments. It notes that chronic illnesses and diseases account for most health care costs in the US. Risk factors for chronic diseases include behaviors like tobacco use, poor nutrition, and physical inactivity. The document presents data on obesity trends in the US from 1985 to 2008, which have significantly increased over that time period.
The document discusses various topics related to health in the US, including:
- Life expectancy has increased dramatically over the past century due to improvements in medicine and healthcare, though it remains lower than other wealthy nations due to health problems related to diet and lifestyle.
- Healthcare costs have risen tremendously and remain the highest in the world, placing a large financial burden on individuals, employers and taxpayers. Many Americans lack health insurance coverage.
- Major health issues Americans face include chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer and stroke, as well as problems caused by smoking, stress, depression, and the influence of the fast food industry.
Metabolic syndrome is a complex condition represented by risk factors that affect many people in this generation. Metabolic syndrome is characterized as having three or more of the following conditions; cardiovascular conditions, abdominal visceral fat, increased blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes. The research correlates to the objectives of Healthy People’s 2020s mission statement of eliminating health disparities among all and improving quality of life for years to come, metabolic syndrome in particular targets the individuals showing a case of increased weight who later experience health concerns due to obesity.
This research identifies the risks of metabolic syndrome in specifics to African American women; their risks are higher than those of Caucasian women. Although the risks of MS can affect anyone, as this research will present it is more sever in African American women, the condition can be contained with recommended moderate high to low physical activity with duration of 30 minutes 3-5 times a week. The importance of physical activity is highly recommended for those at high risk of metabolic syndrome. This research is important in setting the stage for future intervention to better improve the quality of all individuals facing health concerns related to weight.
This document provides a draft Master's of Public Health (MOP) proposal for a study examining cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors and premature heart disease mortality among Native Americans aged 45-64 living in North and South Dakota from 2010-2013. The study would use a nested case-control design within the Strong Heart Study cohort to examine the association between exposures like diabetes, hypertension, smoking and outcomes like premature heart disease mortality. The goal is to better understand high rates of premature heart disease in Native American populations and inform prevention programs. Ethical considerations around working with vulnerable populations and obtaining informed consent are discussed.
Obesity in African Americans is often a result of sedentary lifestyles. African Americans have higher rates of obesity than Caucasians due to low socioeconomic status resulting in lack of access to parks, walking paths, and safe areas for physical activity. Obesity can lead to health issues like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension in African Americans. Public health experts can help reduce obesity rates by promoting exercise and making communities more accessible for physical activity.
Simply applying knowledge we have reliably in hand, we could prevent fully 80% of all chronic disease and premature death in modernized and modernizing countries. Standing between us and that prize is an obstacle course of competing claims, false promises, and profit-driven, pop culture nonsense. The case will be made for True Health Coalition to rally diverse voices to the cause of using what we know, even as we pursue what we do not. The challenges, operations, and promise of the endeavor will be discussed.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, responsible for over 600,000 deaths yearly. Risk factors include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, smoking, and lack of physical activity. Symptoms of heart disease can include chest pain or pressure, pain or cramping in the legs with exercise, and numbness or coldness in the feet or legs. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle through diet, exercise, not smoking, and managing conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes can help prevent and manage heart disease.
The document discusses the vision of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to promote healthier residents living in safe environments. It notes that chronic illnesses and diseases account for most health care costs in the US. Risk factors for chronic diseases include behaviors like tobacco use, poor nutrition, and physical inactivity. The document presents data on obesity trends in the US from 1985 to 2008, which have significantly increased over that time period.
The document discusses various topics related to health in the US, including:
- Life expectancy has increased dramatically over the past century due to improvements in medicine and healthcare, though it remains lower than other wealthy nations due to health problems related to diet and lifestyle.
- Healthcare costs have risen tremendously and remain the highest in the world, placing a large financial burden on individuals, employers and taxpayers. Many Americans lack health insurance coverage.
- Major health issues Americans face include chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer and stroke, as well as problems caused by smoking, stress, depression, and the influence of the fast food industry.
Purification & Rejuvenation Public LectureDrConley
The document discusses various aspects of health and wellness. It notes that true health involves all organs functioning at 100% capacity. It discusses the importance of diet, exercise, and lifestyle factors in managing risks for diseases like cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and more. The document promotes a whole-foods based diet and lifestyle program focused on weight management and overall health and wellness.
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) accounts for 90-95% of diabetes cases. Being overweight or obese is the leading risk factor for developing T2DM. Other risk factors include family history, physical inactivity, poor diet, older age, and certain ethnicities. Currently, there are approximately 350 million people worldwide diagnosed with T2DM. Medical nutrition therapy aims to lower blood glucose levels through dietary approaches such as whole grains or low glycemic index diets. While whole grains may reduce diabetes risk, low glycemic index diets have been shown to greater reduce blood glucose levels compared to high fiber diets or whole grains.
The Hidden Risk That Is Tearing Your Company Apart Acbg 3 30 10leanhealthguru
The ACBG Edge is an process that allows construction companies manage the health and productivity risk of their employees. This complements American Construction Benefits Group\’s Lean Health Insurance Advantage. Together, these construction wellness processes create champion companies in 3 short years.
A Modern Approach to Healthcare:Bridging Dentistry, Medicine, Pharmacy, and ...Brian Bergh
The document discusses trends in healthcare delivery that will require greater coordination and integration between medical professionals. As the population ages and chronic diseases increase, healthcare costs are rising significantly. This will necessitate more preventative and comprehensive care that relies on a team-based approach using all levels of healthcare providers. New technologies and data sharing will also be needed to ensure proper treatment and avoid errors from uncoordinated care.
This document contains quality metrics for CommWell Health and national averages across several health measures. It includes percentages of patients who received screenings and treatments for issues like BMI, depression, colorectal cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, childhood immunizations, tobacco use, and adult BMI. CommWell Health met or exceeded national averages on most measures in January 2019.
This document summarizes a presentation on providing therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLC) for patients. It discusses how TLCs are recommended by national health organizations for treating various conditions. It then outlines a 5 step system used at a chiropractic clinic to implement TLCs, including assessing patients, advising on lifestyle changes, setting goals, providing assistance and arranging follow up. Case studies show TLCs effectively improved patients' health risks, biomarkers and lifestyle factors within 12 weeks.
National security depends on promoting healthy lifestyles from a young age as obesity rates threaten military readiness. 71% of youth ages 17-24 do not qualify for military service with 31% disqualified due to obesity. Childhood obesity rates are rising with 18% of children ages 6-11 and 21% of ages 12-19 obese. Promoting healthy lifestyles from an early age through policies encouraging nutrition and physical activity can help address obesity and its impacts on military eligibility and readiness.
F - Improving Cardiovascular Health In African AmericansNathan Banda
The document discusses improving cardiovascular health in African Americans. It aims to increase awareness of genetic and behavioral risk factors for hypertension in this population. Hypertension is one of the biggest challenges to cardiovascular health for African Americans. The presentation reviews risk factors for hypertension such as age, race, family history, obesity, diet, stress, alcohol, and tobacco use. It also discusses the high prevalence of hypertension in African Americans and the impact of diet, exercise, weight control, and lifestyle changes on reducing hypertension risk and improving cardiovascular health.
Join Doc Andrew to see what's new in health research that supports plant based diet recommendations. Share your questions via @DenverWWAD or email FreemanA@njhealth.org
Andrew Freeman, MD, FACC, FACP is a cardiologist and Director of Clinical Cardiology and Operations at National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado. He holds leadership roles in the American College of Cardiology at the local and national levels. Dr. Freeman founded Denver's chapter of the Walk with a Doc program and heads Walk with a Doc-Colorado.
Walk with a Doc-Denver is a cost-free empowerment initiative powered by people improving their health, local doctors, and other health professionals who prescribe exercise-as-medicine. The mission? To elevate community health--one walk at a time! The program's Saturday walks include expert talks, health screenings, refreshments, and motivational giveaways. For more info visit: http://walkwithadoc.org/our-locations/denver/
Black American women have higher rates of many risk factors for heart disease, including obesity, physical inactivity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and hypertension than white women
Crimson Publishers-Interventions in Obesity and Diabetes: Point of ViewCrimsonPublishersIOD
Modern medicine has failed to reduce cardio metabolic diseases like obesity, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes. These diseases have reached epidemic levels globally and represent a major healthcare burden. Prevention strategies must start early, as excess weight and obesity are major drivers of type 2 diabetes epidemics. Lifestyle interventions have been shown to significantly reduce the risk of developing diabetes and cardiovascular disease by up to 58% and 50% respectively, even in those with genetic risk factors.
What are the cardiovascular disorders?
Public Health importance
Burden of disease
Risk factors of cardiovascular disorders
Causation
Prevention strategies
Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of NCDs
India - National programme (NPCDCS)
By 2020, chronic lifestyle diseases are expected to claim 7.63 million lives in India, a significant increase from 3.78 million in 1990. India will have 30 million diabetics by 2020, with 6.6 million suffering from complications. The number of people with hypertension is estimated to rise to 213.5 million by 2025, an 80% increase from 2000. Lifestyle diseases contribute to most deaths globally due to risk factors like physical inactivity, unhealthy diet, tobacco use, and alcohol use. Addressing lifestyle risk factors through policy measures could prevent a large proportion of chronic diseases.
This document discusses obesity in America and provides background information. It defines obesity and outlines trends showing rising rates in both adults and children over time. Factors that may be contributing to obesity include declining food costs, oversupply in the food system, and changing societal and family dynamics. The health risks of obesity are significant and increasing healthcare costs. Parallels are drawn between current issues around obesity and earlier issues faced with tobacco and alcohol, where litigation, legislation, and social stigma helped curb consumption and associated costs.
Global Medical Cures™ | New York State- Diabetes Management & Care Among AdultsGlobal Medical Cures™
Global Medical Cures™ | New York State- Diabetes Management & Care Among Adults
DISCLAIMER-
Global Medical Cures™ does not offer any medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or recommendations. Only your healthcare provider/physician can offer you information and recommendations for you to decide about your healthcare choices.
This document is a curriculum vitae for Tricia Brantner. It provides biographical information about her, including her education, current position as a Senior Research Technologist at Mayo Clinic, and a list of original articles and abstracts that she has contributed to, primarily focused on celiac disease epidemiology and outcomes. The CV demonstrates her expertise in celiac disease research through her involvement in numerous peer-reviewed publications on topics like the prevalence and mortality of undiagnosed celiac disease.
Exercise & The Preparticipation Sports EvaluationAli Gorab
The document discusses exercise deficiency syndrome (EDS) and the importance of preparticipation sports evaluations (PPEs). EDS is caused by getting less than 150 minutes of exercise per week and results in psychological, physical, and medical issues. PPEs aim to maximize athlete health and safety by screening for cardiac and other issues through medical history, physical exam, and sometimes ECG. Regular PPEs can help identify 5.5% of athletes with restrictions and have been shown to decrease sudden cardiac death rates in young athletes when mandated. Contraindications for sports include active heart issues, enlarged organs, concussions, hypertension and other conditions. The history and physical exam are important for uncovering up to 88% of medical
The document summarizes key findings from Australia's 2010 health report. It finds that Australian's life expectancy continues to rise and is among the highest in the world, though chronic diseases remain leading causes of death. Cancer is the largest cause of disease burden, followed by cardiovascular disease and mental health disorders. Risk factors like smoking, obesity, and low health literacy contribute significantly to disease burden. The report also examines health outcomes and expenditures across various demographic groups and life stages in Australia.
PhRMA Report 2012: Medicines in Development for DiabetesPhRMA
America’s biopharmaceutical research companies are developing 221 medicines to treat diabetes and related conditions. All of the medicines in this report are either in clinical trials or awaiting approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Diabetes affects nearly 26 million Americans —8.3 percent of the U.S. population—and about one-quarter are unaware they have the disease.
Lifestyle Medicine: The Power of Personal Choices, North American Vegetarian...EsserHealth
Lifestyle Medicine focuses on applying behavioral and environmental principles to managing lifestyle-related health problems. Chronic diseases now account for 75% of healthcare costs in the US, many of which are strongly associated with diet and physical inactivity. While genetics play a role, the rise of these "lifestyle diseases" correlates with changes in American diets and exercise patterns over recent decades. Prospective randomized studies demonstrate that organized lifestyle interventions can significantly reduce disease incidence and healthcare costs compared to prescription medications. Lifestyle Medicine aims to educate and empower individuals to make personal choices that can transform health outcomes on both individual and societal levels.
Clarian health health promotion inservice november 8, 2010Julie Gahimer
This document provides an overview of health promotion concepts for physical therapists. It discusses the six dimensions of health, obesity trends in the US, national health goals and objectives, and the roles of physical therapists in health promotion. Physical therapists are well-positioned to educate clients and the public about prevention, screening, and maintaining healthy behaviors through the lifespan. The document also reviews resources like the American Physical Therapy Association for promoting health and wellness.
Clarian health health promotion inservice november 8, 2010Julie Gahimer
This document summarizes concepts and practical applications of health promotion for physical therapists. It discusses the six dimensions of wellness, health issues in the US like obesity and smoking rates, national health goals like Healthy People 2010/2020, and the role of physical therapists in health promotion including screening, prevention, and addressing all six dimensions of wellness.
Purification & Rejuvenation Public LectureDrConley
The document discusses various aspects of health and wellness. It notes that true health involves all organs functioning at 100% capacity. It discusses the importance of diet, exercise, and lifestyle factors in managing risks for diseases like cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and more. The document promotes a whole-foods based diet and lifestyle program focused on weight management and overall health and wellness.
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) accounts for 90-95% of diabetes cases. Being overweight or obese is the leading risk factor for developing T2DM. Other risk factors include family history, physical inactivity, poor diet, older age, and certain ethnicities. Currently, there are approximately 350 million people worldwide diagnosed with T2DM. Medical nutrition therapy aims to lower blood glucose levels through dietary approaches such as whole grains or low glycemic index diets. While whole grains may reduce diabetes risk, low glycemic index diets have been shown to greater reduce blood glucose levels compared to high fiber diets or whole grains.
The Hidden Risk That Is Tearing Your Company Apart Acbg 3 30 10leanhealthguru
The ACBG Edge is an process that allows construction companies manage the health and productivity risk of their employees. This complements American Construction Benefits Group\’s Lean Health Insurance Advantage. Together, these construction wellness processes create champion companies in 3 short years.
A Modern Approach to Healthcare:Bridging Dentistry, Medicine, Pharmacy, and ...Brian Bergh
The document discusses trends in healthcare delivery that will require greater coordination and integration between medical professionals. As the population ages and chronic diseases increase, healthcare costs are rising significantly. This will necessitate more preventative and comprehensive care that relies on a team-based approach using all levels of healthcare providers. New technologies and data sharing will also be needed to ensure proper treatment and avoid errors from uncoordinated care.
This document contains quality metrics for CommWell Health and national averages across several health measures. It includes percentages of patients who received screenings and treatments for issues like BMI, depression, colorectal cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, childhood immunizations, tobacco use, and adult BMI. CommWell Health met or exceeded national averages on most measures in January 2019.
This document summarizes a presentation on providing therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLC) for patients. It discusses how TLCs are recommended by national health organizations for treating various conditions. It then outlines a 5 step system used at a chiropractic clinic to implement TLCs, including assessing patients, advising on lifestyle changes, setting goals, providing assistance and arranging follow up. Case studies show TLCs effectively improved patients' health risks, biomarkers and lifestyle factors within 12 weeks.
National security depends on promoting healthy lifestyles from a young age as obesity rates threaten military readiness. 71% of youth ages 17-24 do not qualify for military service with 31% disqualified due to obesity. Childhood obesity rates are rising with 18% of children ages 6-11 and 21% of ages 12-19 obese. Promoting healthy lifestyles from an early age through policies encouraging nutrition and physical activity can help address obesity and its impacts on military eligibility and readiness.
F - Improving Cardiovascular Health In African AmericansNathan Banda
The document discusses improving cardiovascular health in African Americans. It aims to increase awareness of genetic and behavioral risk factors for hypertension in this population. Hypertension is one of the biggest challenges to cardiovascular health for African Americans. The presentation reviews risk factors for hypertension such as age, race, family history, obesity, diet, stress, alcohol, and tobacco use. It also discusses the high prevalence of hypertension in African Americans and the impact of diet, exercise, weight control, and lifestyle changes on reducing hypertension risk and improving cardiovascular health.
Join Doc Andrew to see what's new in health research that supports plant based diet recommendations. Share your questions via @DenverWWAD or email FreemanA@njhealth.org
Andrew Freeman, MD, FACC, FACP is a cardiologist and Director of Clinical Cardiology and Operations at National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado. He holds leadership roles in the American College of Cardiology at the local and national levels. Dr. Freeman founded Denver's chapter of the Walk with a Doc program and heads Walk with a Doc-Colorado.
Walk with a Doc-Denver is a cost-free empowerment initiative powered by people improving their health, local doctors, and other health professionals who prescribe exercise-as-medicine. The mission? To elevate community health--one walk at a time! The program's Saturday walks include expert talks, health screenings, refreshments, and motivational giveaways. For more info visit: http://walkwithadoc.org/our-locations/denver/
Black American women have higher rates of many risk factors for heart disease, including obesity, physical inactivity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and hypertension than white women
Crimson Publishers-Interventions in Obesity and Diabetes: Point of ViewCrimsonPublishersIOD
Modern medicine has failed to reduce cardio metabolic diseases like obesity, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes. These diseases have reached epidemic levels globally and represent a major healthcare burden. Prevention strategies must start early, as excess weight and obesity are major drivers of type 2 diabetes epidemics. Lifestyle interventions have been shown to significantly reduce the risk of developing diabetes and cardiovascular disease by up to 58% and 50% respectively, even in those with genetic risk factors.
What are the cardiovascular disorders?
Public Health importance
Burden of disease
Risk factors of cardiovascular disorders
Causation
Prevention strategies
Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of NCDs
India - National programme (NPCDCS)
By 2020, chronic lifestyle diseases are expected to claim 7.63 million lives in India, a significant increase from 3.78 million in 1990. India will have 30 million diabetics by 2020, with 6.6 million suffering from complications. The number of people with hypertension is estimated to rise to 213.5 million by 2025, an 80% increase from 2000. Lifestyle diseases contribute to most deaths globally due to risk factors like physical inactivity, unhealthy diet, tobacco use, and alcohol use. Addressing lifestyle risk factors through policy measures could prevent a large proportion of chronic diseases.
This document discusses obesity in America and provides background information. It defines obesity and outlines trends showing rising rates in both adults and children over time. Factors that may be contributing to obesity include declining food costs, oversupply in the food system, and changing societal and family dynamics. The health risks of obesity are significant and increasing healthcare costs. Parallels are drawn between current issues around obesity and earlier issues faced with tobacco and alcohol, where litigation, legislation, and social stigma helped curb consumption and associated costs.
Global Medical Cures™ | New York State- Diabetes Management & Care Among AdultsGlobal Medical Cures™
Global Medical Cures™ | New York State- Diabetes Management & Care Among Adults
DISCLAIMER-
Global Medical Cures™ does not offer any medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or recommendations. Only your healthcare provider/physician can offer you information and recommendations for you to decide about your healthcare choices.
This document is a curriculum vitae for Tricia Brantner. It provides biographical information about her, including her education, current position as a Senior Research Technologist at Mayo Clinic, and a list of original articles and abstracts that she has contributed to, primarily focused on celiac disease epidemiology and outcomes. The CV demonstrates her expertise in celiac disease research through her involvement in numerous peer-reviewed publications on topics like the prevalence and mortality of undiagnosed celiac disease.
Exercise & The Preparticipation Sports EvaluationAli Gorab
The document discusses exercise deficiency syndrome (EDS) and the importance of preparticipation sports evaluations (PPEs). EDS is caused by getting less than 150 minutes of exercise per week and results in psychological, physical, and medical issues. PPEs aim to maximize athlete health and safety by screening for cardiac and other issues through medical history, physical exam, and sometimes ECG. Regular PPEs can help identify 5.5% of athletes with restrictions and have been shown to decrease sudden cardiac death rates in young athletes when mandated. Contraindications for sports include active heart issues, enlarged organs, concussions, hypertension and other conditions. The history and physical exam are important for uncovering up to 88% of medical
The document summarizes key findings from Australia's 2010 health report. It finds that Australian's life expectancy continues to rise and is among the highest in the world, though chronic diseases remain leading causes of death. Cancer is the largest cause of disease burden, followed by cardiovascular disease and mental health disorders. Risk factors like smoking, obesity, and low health literacy contribute significantly to disease burden. The report also examines health outcomes and expenditures across various demographic groups and life stages in Australia.
PhRMA Report 2012: Medicines in Development for DiabetesPhRMA
America’s biopharmaceutical research companies are developing 221 medicines to treat diabetes and related conditions. All of the medicines in this report are either in clinical trials or awaiting approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Diabetes affects nearly 26 million Americans —8.3 percent of the U.S. population—and about one-quarter are unaware they have the disease.
Lifestyle Medicine: The Power of Personal Choices, North American Vegetarian...EsserHealth
Lifestyle Medicine focuses on applying behavioral and environmental principles to managing lifestyle-related health problems. Chronic diseases now account for 75% of healthcare costs in the US, many of which are strongly associated with diet and physical inactivity. While genetics play a role, the rise of these "lifestyle diseases" correlates with changes in American diets and exercise patterns over recent decades. Prospective randomized studies demonstrate that organized lifestyle interventions can significantly reduce disease incidence and healthcare costs compared to prescription medications. Lifestyle Medicine aims to educate and empower individuals to make personal choices that can transform health outcomes on both individual and societal levels.
Clarian health health promotion inservice november 8, 2010Julie Gahimer
This document provides an overview of health promotion concepts for physical therapists. It discusses the six dimensions of health, obesity trends in the US, national health goals and objectives, and the roles of physical therapists in health promotion. Physical therapists are well-positioned to educate clients and the public about prevention, screening, and maintaining healthy behaviors through the lifespan. The document also reviews resources like the American Physical Therapy Association for promoting health and wellness.
Clarian health health promotion inservice november 8, 2010Julie Gahimer
This document summarizes concepts and practical applications of health promotion for physical therapists. It discusses the six dimensions of wellness, health issues in the US like obesity and smoking rates, national health goals like Healthy People 2010/2020, and the role of physical therapists in health promotion including screening, prevention, and addressing all six dimensions of wellness.
Costs and Outcomes of Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders in the U.S.KFF
The documents present several key statistics on the prevalence and burden of mental illness in the United States:
- 18% of U.S. adults have a mental illness in a given year. Mental health conditions are the leading cause of disability and poor health in the U.S.
- Spending on treatment of mental illness accounts for $89 billion annually, more than conditions like cancer or respiratory disease.
- One in five Americans report that they or a family member have needed but not received mental health services, often due to barriers like cost or lack of insurance coverage.
Health care spending in the US is increasing and is projected to continue rising due to factors such as an aging population and increased prevalence of chronic diseases. The US currently spends over $2.8 trillion annually on health care, with 75% of that amount going towards treatment of chronic illnesses like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. As baby boomers age, the population over 65 is growing rapidly and will account for 20% of the US population by 2030. Most elderly individuals have multiple chronic conditions, driving up costs. Chronic disease treatment is also more expensive than acute care since it requires long-term management. Increased spending on the top three chronic diseases alone is estimated to reach $846 billion. Policy solutions aim to better manage chronic
The Healthy Eatonville Place program was created to address the high rates of diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and smoking in Eatonville, Florida. The program aims to make healthy choices easier through policy changes, education programs, and community activities to promote healthy eating and active living. It works with community volunteers and organizations to transform the built environment, help manage chronic diseases, and improve residents' health. Initial outcomes include resolutions supporting smoke-free parks and complete streets, as well as collaboration among groups to increase connectivity and focus on long-term interventions. The University of Central Florida evaluates the program's progress towards its goals.
Examines the health and social effects of ACEs throughout the lifespan among 17,421 members of the Kaiser Health Plan in San Diego County.
Involving those who don’t yet realize that they are working on issues that represent the “downstream” wreckage of child abuse and neglect--and other adverse childhood experiences--in the effort to bridge the chasm.
Tobacco use is highly prevalent among HIV patients, ranging from 45-74%. Smoking reduces the effectiveness of HIV treatment and increases the risk of various cancers, pulmonary diseases, and cardiovascular disease in this population. While HIV patients are as motivated to quit as others, cessation interventions have proven more challenging. Combined behavioral therapy and pharmacotherapy such as nicotine replacement, Zyban, or Chantix show the most success, especially when addressing the psychosocial factors influencing tobacco use among HIV patients.
This document discusses the emerging epidemic of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection among young injection drug users. Rates of HCV have increased significantly in recent years, particularly among young white adults in non-urban areas who misuse prescription opioids and transition to injecting drugs like heroin. The prescription opioid epidemic has contributed to rising HCV cases by fueling non-medical opioid use and a subsequent rise in injection drug use. Effective prevention strategies include expanding access to syringe services programs and reducing the stigma around drug use to engage more young people in harm reduction.
The YMCA seeks to promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility through community programs. It aims to be inclusive of its diverse membership. One of its focus areas is developing more programming for youth. The proposed program, YMCA HEART, aims to prevent and reduce hypertension in 6th grade students in Ypsilanti by providing education on blood pressure, physical activity, and sodium intake over six-week sessions. The objectives are for students to gain knowledge in these areas and for those with prehypertension or hypertension to reduce their blood pressure. The program aims to reach most students at the school over three years to address health disparities in the Ypsilanti community related to higher rates of sedentary behavior,
Used for Medical Grand Rounds at several hospitals, this is data based comprehensive review of the shortcomings of the American Medical System and dysfunctional political attempts at reform. Single payer, Medicare for all, with elimination of for profit insurance companies is the best answer.
The document discusses two diets for treating cardiovascular disease: the DASH diet and the TLC diet. The DASH diet focuses on limiting sodium while increasing fruits, vegetables and whole grains. It aims to control hypertension and cholesterol. The TLC diet focuses on lowering LDL cholesterol and blood triglycerides to reduce heart disease risk. The document analyzes these diets based on cost, health outcomes, and compliance to recommend the best option for a medical care group to advise patients.
Presentation by Steven H. Woolf, MD, MPH at the 2009 Virginia Health Equity Conference.
Dr. Woolf shared research on the dramatic influences of social conditions on health inequities nationally and in the Commonwealth of Virginia. He also discussed the importance of packaging the evidence in compelling formats for policymakers and the public.
The document discusses trends showing increasing sedentary lifestyles and obesity in the US population. It notes that television viewing has increased to over 7 hours per day on average, and technology and indoor activities have replaced active outdoor time. Obesity rates and rates of diabetes and other health issues associated with obesity have been rising sharply over the past few decades according to surveys. The document argues that parks and open spaces can help counter these trends by providing places for physical activity and exercise and connecting people to nature.
The five FFI counties in NE Iowa worked with the Public Health departments and a Luther College intern to collect data and statistics from public sources on the health status of our counties.
Karen Minyard, GHPC Director, presented "Social Determinants of Health Equity and Levels of Potential Impact in the System: Opportunities for Leverage" at the Georgia Grantmakers Alliance in Macon, GA on August 25, 2011.
This document summarizes a presentation on progress towards Healthy People 2020 objectives related to diabetes and chronic kidney disease. It provides an overview of diabetes and chronic kidney disease, including definitions, causes, prevalence, and costs. Data is presented on trends in diagnosed diabetes prevalence, new diabetes cases, proportion of diabetes that is diagnosed, and chronic kidney disease prevalence. While some targets are being met, many objectives are showing little or no progress. Continued efforts are needed to improve prevention, treatment and care of diabetes and chronic kidney disease.
The document discusses rising healthcare costs driven by an aging population and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases like obesity and diabetes. Healthcare spending per capita has risen dramatically in recent decades and chronic diseases account for 75% of total healthcare costs. Unhealthy behaviors and lifestyle factors are the primary causes behind the rise in chronic diseases. Addressing obesity, physical inactivity, and other modifiable risk factors through worksite wellness programs could help curb healthcare spending growth and improve worker productivity and health outcomes.
The document discusses findings from the International Food Information Council's Food & Health Survey from 2006 to 2008. Some key findings include:
- The majority of Americans view their health positively but only about half are satisfied with their health status.
- Most Americans have made changes to their diet in the past six months to improve health, often to lose weight or improve overall well-being.
- Taste is the top factor influencing food purchases, followed by price and healthfulness.
- Nutrition information can be interesting but is often seen as confusing and conflicting.
Heritability of Blood Pressure Among Random Adult Individuals of South Indian...ijtsrd
Hypertension is considered to be a major health concern and a threat for mortality and morbidity in individuals caused due to myocardial infarction, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. Our study comprises of 200 randomly chosen nuclear families from five different South Indian states during the period of June, 2016 to December, 2017. A total of 750 individuals (both parents and off spring) are studied. About 103 families are selected from Telangana State, 25 families from Andhra Pradesh State, 13 families from Tamil Nadu State, 35 families from Karnataka State and 24 families from Kerala State. Information is gathered from each member of the family and Blood Pressure is measured. A linear fit is tried and regression coefficients are estimated and found to be significant using student' t-test and F-test. The linear equation Y = a + bx is taken where x is mid parental value and Y is average of offspring and regression of offspring on mid parental value is equal to heritability. The regression coefficient and R2 values (0.271, t and F; P < 0.05 and 0.074) for diastolic blood pressure are higher than those values (0.083, t and F; P http://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/pathology/15922/heritability-of-blood-pressure-among-random-adult-individuals-of-south-indian-states/dr-v-venugopal-rao
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Overall life span (LS) was 1671.7±1721.6 days and cumulative 5YS reached 62.4%, 10 years – 50.4%, 20 years – 44.6%. 94 LCP lived more than 5 years without cancer (LS=2958.6±1723.6 days), 22 – more than 10 years (LS=5571±1841.8 days). 67 LCP died because of LC (LS=471.9±344 days). AT significantly improved 5YS (68% vs. 53.7%) (P=0.028 by log-rank test). Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: N0-N12, T3-4, blood cell circuit, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells-CC and blood cells subpopulations), LC cell dynamics, recalcification time, heparin tolerance, prothrombin index, protein, AT, procedure type (P=0.000-0.031). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and N0-12 (rank=1), thrombocytes/CC (rank=2), segmented neutrophils/CC (3), eosinophils/CC (4), erythrocytes/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), stick neutrophils/CC (8), leucocytes/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (error=0.000; area under ROC curve=1.0).
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Prevalence (unadjusted) estimates for poor, intermediate, and ideal cardiovascular health for each of the 7 metrics of cardiovascular health in the American Heart Association 2020 goals among US children aged 12 to 19 years, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009 to 2010.
Age-standardized prevalence estimates for poor, intermediate, and ideal cardiovascular health for each of the 7 metrics of cardiovascular health in the American Heart Association 2020 goals among US adults aged ≥20 years, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009 to 2010.
Proportion (unadjusted) of US children aged 12 to 19 years meeting different numbers of criteria for ideal cardiovascular health, overall and by sex, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009 to 2010.
Age-standardized prevalence estimates of US adults aged ≥20 years meeting different numbers of criteria for ideal cardiovascular health, overall and by age and sex subgroups, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009 to 2010.
Age-standardized prevalence estimates of US adults aged ≥20 years meeting different numbers of criteria for ideal cardiovascular health, overall and in selected race subgroups from National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009 to 2010.
Prevalence estimates of meeting ≥5 criteria for ideal cardiovascular health among US adults aged ≥20 years (age standardized), overall and by sex and race, and US children aged 12 to 19 years (unadjusted), by sex, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009 to 2010.
Age-standardized prevalence estimates of US adults meeting different numbers of criteria for ideal and poor cardiovascular health for each of the 7 metrics of cardiovascular health in the American Heart Association 2020 goals, among US adults aged ≥20 years, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009 to 2010.
Trends in prevalence (unadjusted) of meeting criteria for ideal cardiovascular health for each of the 7 metrics of cardiovascular health in the American Heart Association 2020 goals among US children aged 12 to 19 years, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 1999 to 2000 through 2009 to 2010. *Because of changes in the physical activity questionnaire between different cycles of the NHANES survey, trends over time for this indicator should be interpreted with caution and statistical comparisons should not be attempted. †Data for the Healthy Diet Score, based on a 2-day average intake, were only available for the 2005 to 2006, 2007 to 2008, and 2009 to 2010 NHANES cycles at the time of this analysis.
Age-standardized trends in prevalence of meeting criteria for ideal cardiovascular health for each of the 7 metrics of cardiovascular health in the American Heart Association 2020 goals among US adults aged ≥20 years, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 1999 to 2000 through 2009 to 2010. *Because of changes in the physical activity questionnaire between different cycles of the NHANES survey, trends over time for this indicator should be interpreted with caution and statistical comparisons should not be attempted. †Data for the Healthy Diet Score, based on a 2-day average intake, were only available for the 2005 to 2006, 2007 to 2008, and 2009 to 2010 NHANES cycles at the time of this analysis.
US age-standardized death rates* attributable to CVD, 2000 to 2010. *Directly standardized to the age distribution of the 2000 US standard population. †Total CVD: International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10) I00 to I99 and Q20 to Q28. §Stroke (all cerebrovascular disease): ICD-10 I60 to I69. ¶CHD: ICD-10 I20 to I25. **Other CVD: ICD-10 I00 to I15, I26 to I51, I70 to I78, I80 to I89, and I95 to I99. CHD indicates coronary heart disease; and CVD, cardiovascular disease. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics.5
Prevalence (%) of students in grades 9 to 12 reporting current cigarette use by sex and race/ethnicity (Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System, 2011). NH indicates non-Hispanic. Data derived from MMWR: Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.3
Prevalence (%) of current smoking for adults >18 years of age by race/ethnicity and sex (National Health Interview Survey: 2009–2011). All percentages are age adjusted. AIAN indicates American Indian/Alaska Native; and NH, non-Hispanic. *Includes both Hispanics and non-Hispanics. Data derived from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention/National Center for Health Statistics, Health Data Interactive.10
Prevalence of students in grades 9 to 12 who did not participate in ≥60 minutes of physical activity on any day by race/ethnicity and sex (Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance: 2011). NH indicates non-Hispanic. Data derived from MMWR Surveillance Summaries.3
Percentage of students in grades 9 to 12 who used a computer for ≥3 hours a day by race/ethnicity and sex (Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance: 2011). NH indicates non-Hispanic. Data derived from MMWR Surveillance Summaries.3
Prevalence of students in grades 9 to 12 who met currently recommended levels of physical activity during the past 7 days by race/ethnicity and sex (Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance: 2011). “Currently recommended levels” was defined as activity that increased their heart rate and made them breathe hard some of the time for a total of ≥60 minutes per day on 5 of the 7 days preceding the survey. NH indicates non-Hispanic. Data derived from MMWR Surveillance Summaries.3
Prevalence of children 6 to 19 years of age who attained sufficient moderate to vigorous physical activity to meet public health recommendations (≥60 minutes per day on 5 or more of the 7 days preceding the survey), by sex and age (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2003–2004). Source: Troiano et al.5
Prevalence of meeting the aerobic guidelines of the 2008 Federal Physical Activity Guidelines among adults ≥18 years of age by race/ethnicity and sex (National Health Interview Survey: 2012). NH indicates non-Hispanic. Percentages are age adjusted. The aerobic guidelines of the 2008 Federal Physical Activity Guidelines recommend engaging in moderate leisure-time physical activity for ≥150 minutes per week or vigorous activity ≥75 minutes per week or an equivalent combination. Source: Blackwell et al.7
Age-adjusted trends in macronutrients and total calories consumed by US adults (20–74 years of age), 1971 to 2008. Data derived from National Center for Health Statistics14 and Wright and Wang.55
Per capita calories consumed from different beverages by US adults (≥19 years of age), 1965 to 2010. Source: Nationwide Food Consumption Surveys (1965, 1977–1978) and National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (1988–2010), based on data from Duffey and Popkin62 and Kit et al.69 The 2010 data were only analyzed for soda/cola and sweetened fruit drinks.
Total US food expenditures away from home and at home, 1977 and 2007. Data derived from Davis and Saltos.66
Prevalence of overweight and obesity among students in grades 9 through 12 by sex and race/ethnicity. NH indicates non-Hispanic. Data derived from Eaton et al (Table 101).72
Age-adjusted prevalence of obesity in adults 20 to 74 years of age by sex and survey year (National Health Examination Survey: 1960–1962; National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 1971–1974, 1976–1980, 1988–1994, 1999–2002, and 2007–2010). Obesity is defined as body mass index of 30.0 kg/m2. Data derived from Health, United States, 2011 (National Center for Health Statistics).73
Trends in the prevalence of obesity among US children and adolescents by age and survey year (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 1971–1974, 1976–1980, 1988–1994, 1999–2002, 2003–2006, and 2007–2010). Data derived from Health, United States, 2011 (National Center for Health Statistics).73
Trends in mean serum total cholesterol among adolescents 12 to 17 years of age by race, sex, and survey year (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 1976–1980,* 1988–1994,* 1999–2004, and 2005–2010). Values are in mg/dL. Mex. Am. indicates Mexican American; and NH, non-Hispanic. *Data for Mexican Americans not available. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Trends in mean serum total cholesterol among adults aged ≥20 years by race and survey year (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 1988–1994, 1999–2002, 2003–2006, and 2007–2010). Values are in mg/dL. NH indicates non-Hispanic. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Age-adjusted trends in the prevalence of serum total cholesterol ≥200 mg/dL in adults ≥20 years of age by sex, race/ethnicity, and survey year (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2005–2006, 2007–2008, and 2009–2010). Mex. Am. indicates Mexican American; and NH, non-Hispanic.
Prevalence of high blood pressure in adults ≥20 years of age by age and sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). Hypertension is defined as systolic blood pressure ≥140 mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure ≥90 mm Hg, if the subject said “yes” to taking antihypertensive medication, or if the subject was told on 2 occasions that he or she had hypertension. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Age-adjusted prevalence trends for high blood pressure in adults ≥20 years of age by race/ethnicity, sex, and survey (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 1988–1994, 1999–2004, and 2005–2010). NH indicates non-Hispanic. Source: National Center for Health Statics and National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.
Extent of awareness, treatment, and control of high blood pressure by race/ethnicity (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). NH indicates non-Hispanic. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Extent of awareness, treatment, and control of high blood pressure by age (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Extent of awareness, treatment, and control of high blood pressure by race/ethnicity and sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). NH indicates non-Hispanic. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Age-adjusted prevalence of physician-diagnosed diabetes mellitus in adults ≥20 years of age by race/ethnicity and sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). NH indicates non-Hispanic. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Age-adjusted prevalence of physician-diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults ≥20 years of age by race/ethnicity and years of education (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). NH indicates non-Hispanic. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Trends in diabetes mellitus prevalence in adults ≥20 years of age by sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 1988–1994 and 2007–2010). Source: National Center for Health Statistics, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Diabetes mellitus awareness, treatment, and control in adults ≥20 years of age (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Prevalence of cardiovascular disease in adults ≥20 years of age by age and sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). These data include coronary heart disease, heart failure, stroke, and hypertension. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Incidence of cardiovascular disease (coronary heart disease, heart failure, stroke, or intermittent claudication; does not include hypertension alone) by age and sex (Framingham Heart Study, 1980–2003). Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.4
Deaths attributable to diseases of the heart (United States: 1900–2010). See Glossary (Chapter 26) for an explanation of “diseases of the heart.” Note: In the years 1900 to 1920, the International Classification of Diseases codes were 77 to 80; for 1925, 87 to 90; for 1930 to 1945, 90 to 95; for 1950 to 1960, 402 to 404 and 410 to 443; for 1965, 402 to 404 and 410 to 443; for 1970 to 1975, 390 to 398 and 404 to 429; for 1980 to 1995, 390 to 398, 402, and 404 to 429; and for 2000 to 2009, I00 to I09, I11, I13, and I20 to I51. Before 1933, data are for a death registration area and not the entire United States. In 1900, only 10 states were in the death registration area, and this increased over the years, so part of the increase in numbers of deaths is attributable to an increase in the number of states. Source: National Center for Health Statistics.
Deaths attributable to cardiovascular disease (United States: 1900–2010). Cardiovascular disease (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00–I99) does not include congenital. Before 1933, data are for a death registration area and not the entire United States. Source: National Center for Health Statistics.
Percentage breakdown of deaths attributable to cardiovascular disease (United States: 2010). Total may not add to 100 because of rounding. Coronary heart disease includes International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10) codes I20 to I25; stroke, I60 to I69; heart failure, I50; high blood pressure, I10 to I15; diseases of the arteries, I70 to I78; and other, all remaining ICD-I0 I categories. *Not a true underlying cause. With any-mention deaths, heart failure accounts for 35% of cardiovascular disease deaths. Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute from National Center for Health Statistics reports and data sets.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) deaths vs cancer deaths by age (United States: 2010). CVD includes International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00 to I99 and Q20 to Q28; cancer, C00 to C97. Source: National Center for Health Statistics.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and other major causes of death: total, <85 years of age, and ≥85 years of age. Deaths among both sexes, United States, 2010. Heart disease includes International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00 to I09, I11, I13, and I20 to I51; stroke, I60 to I69; all other CVD, I10, I12, I15, and I70 to I99; cancer, C00 to C97; chronic lower respiratory disease (CLRD), J40 to J47; Alzheimer disease, G30; and accidents, V01 to X59 and Y85 to Y86. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and other major causes of death in males: total, <85 years of age, and ≥85 years of age. Deaths among males, United States, 2010. Heart disease includes International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00 to I09, I11, I13, and I20 to I51; stroke, I60 to I69; all other CVD, I10, I12, I15, and I70 to I99; cancer, C00 to C97; chronic lower respiratory disease (CLRD), J40 to J47; and accidents, V01 to X59 and Y85 to Y86. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and other major causes of death in females: total, <85 years of age, and ≥85 years of age. Deaths among females, United States, 2010. Heart disease includes International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00 to I09, I11, I13, and I20 to I51; stroke, I60 to I69; all other CVD, I10, I12, I15, and I70 to I99; cancer, C00 to C97; chronic lower respiratory disease (CLRD), J40 to J47; and Alzheimer disease, G30. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Cardiovascular disease and other major causes of death for all males and females (United States: 2010). A indicates cardiovascular disease plus congenital cardiovascular disease (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00–I99 and Q20–Q28); B, cancer (C00–C97 ); C, accidents (V01–X59 and Y85–Y86); D, chronic lower respiratory disease (J40–J47); E, diabetes mellitus (E10–E14); and F, Alzheimer disease (G30). Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Cardiovascular disease and other major causes of death for white males and females (United States: 2010). A indicates cardiovascular disease plus congenital cardiovascular disease (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00–I99 and Q20–Q28); B, cancer (C00–C97 ); C, accidents (V01–X59 and Y85–Y86); D, chronic lower respiratory disease (J40–J47); E, diabetes mellitus (E10–E14); and F, Alzheimer disease (G30). Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Cardiovascular disease and other major causes of death for black males and females (United States: 2010). A indicates cardiovascular disease plus congenital cardiovascular disease (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00–I99 and Q20–Q28); B, cancer (C00–C97 ); C, accidents (V01–X59 and Y85–Y86); D, diabetes mellitus (E10–E14); E, chronic lower respiratory disease (J40–J47); F, nephritis (N00–N07, N17–N19, and N25–N27). Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Cardiovascular disease and other major causes of death for Hispanic or Latino males and females (United States: 2010). A indicates cardiovascular disease plus congenital cardiovascular disease (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00–I99 and Q20–Q28); B, cancer (C00–C97); C, accidents (V01–X59 and Y85–Y86); D, diabetes mellitus (E10–E14); E, chronic lower respiratory disease (J40–J47); and F, nephritis (N00–N07, N17–N19, and N25–N27). Number of deaths shown may be lower than actual because of underreporting in this population. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Cardiovascular disease and other major causes of death for Asian or Pacific Islander males and females (United States: 2010). “Asian or Pacific Islander” is a heterogeneous category that includes people at high cardiovascular disease risk (eg, South Asian) and people at low cardiovascular disease risk (eg, Japanese). More specific data on these groups are not available. A indicates cardiovascular disease plus congenital cardiovascular disease (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00–I99 and Q20–Q28); B, cancer (C00–C97 ); C, accidents (V01–X59 and Y85–Y86); D, diabetes mellitus (E10–E14); E, chronic lower respiratory disease (J40–J47); and F, influenza and pneumonia (J09–J18). Number of deaths shown may be lower than actual because of underreporting in this population. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Cardiovascular disease and other major causes of death for American Indian or Alaska Native males and females (United States: 2010). A indicates cardiovascular disease plus congenital cardiovascular disease (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I00–I99 and Q20–Q28); B, cancer (C00–C97 ); C, accidents (V01–X59 and Y85–Y86); D, diabetes mellitus (E10–E14); E, chronic liver disease (K70 and K73–K74); and F, chronic lower respiratory disease (J40–J47). Number of deaths shown may be lower than actual because of underreporting in this population. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Age-adjusted death rates for coronary heart disease (CHD), stroke, and lung and breast cancer for white and black females (United States: 2010). CHD includes International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I20 to I25; stroke, I60 to I69; lung cancer, C33 to C34; and breast cancer, C50. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Cardiovascular disease mortality trends for males and females (United States: 1979–2010). Cardiovascular disease excludes congenital cardiovascular defects (International Classification of Diseases [ICD], 10th Revision codes I00–I99). The overall comparability for cardiovascular disease between the ICD, 9th Revision codes (1979–1998) and ICD, 10th Revision codes (1999–2010) is 0.9962. No comparability ratios were applied. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
US maps corresponding to state death rates (including the District of Columbia), 2010.
Estimated average 10-year cardiovascular disease risk in adults 50 to 54 years of age according to levels of various risk factors (Framingham Heart Study). BP indicates blood pressure; and HDL, high-density lipoprotein. Data derived from D’Agostino et al.64
Hospital discharges for cardiovascular disease (United States: 1970–2010). Hospital discharges include people discharged alive, dead, and “status unknown.” Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Hospital discharges for the 10 leading diagnostic groups (United States: 2010). Source: National Hospital Discharge Survey/National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Prevalence of stroke by age and sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Annual age-adjusted incidence of first-ever stroke by race. Hospital plus out-of-hospital ascertainment, 1993 to 1994, 1999, and 2005. ICH indicates intracerebral hemorrhage; and SAH, subarachnoid hemorrhage. Data derived from Kleindorfer et al.11
Annual rate of first cerebral infarction by age, sex, and race (Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Stroke Study: 1999). Rates for black men and women 45 to 54 years of age and for black men ≥75 years of age are considered unreliable. Source: unpublished data from the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Stroke Study.
Annual rate of all first-ever strokes by age, sex, and race (Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Stroke Study: 1999). Rates for black men and women 45 to 54 years of age and for black men ≥75 years of age are considered unreliable.
Age-adjusted incidence of stroke/transient ischemic attack by race and sex, ages 45 to 74, Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities study cohort, 1987 to 2001. Data derived from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Incidence and Prevalence: 2006 Chart Book.220
Age-adjusted death rates for stroke by sex and race/ethnicity, 2010. Death rates for the American Indian/Alaska Native and Asian or Pacific Islander populations are known to be underestimated. Stroke includes International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes I60 to I69 (cerebrovascular disease). Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Stroke death rates, 2008 through 2010. Adults ≥35 years of age, by county. Rates are spatially smoothed to enhance the stability of rates in counties with small populations. International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes for stroke: I60 to I69. Data source: National Vital Statistics System and the US Census Bureau.
Estimated 10-year stroke risk in adults 55 years of age according to levels of various risk factors (Framingham Heart Study). AF indicates atrial fibrillation; and CVD, cardiovascular disease. Data derived from Wolf et al.221
Proportion of patients dead 1 year after first stroke. Source: pooled data from the Framingham Heart Study, Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities study, and Cardiovascular Health Study of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Proportion of patients dead within 5 years after first stroke. Source: pooled data from the Framingham Heart Study, Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities study, and Cardiovascular Health Study of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Proportion of patients with recurrent stroke within 5 years after first stroke. Source: pooled data from the Framingham Heart Study, Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities study, and Cardiovascular Health Study of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Trends in carotid endarterectomy and carotid stenting procedures (United States: 1980–2010). Source: Nationwide Inpatient Sample, Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
Prevalence (%) of coronary calcium: US adults 33 to 45 years of age. P<0.0001 across race-sex groups. Data derived from Loria et al.5
Prevalence (%) of coronary calcium: US adults 45 to 84 years of age. P<0.0001 across ethnic groups in both men and women. Data derived from Bild et al.6
Hazard ratios (HR) for coronary heart disease (CHD) events associated with coronary calcium scores: US adults 45 to 84 years of age (reference group, coronary artery calcification [CAC]=0). All HRs P<0.0001. Major CHD events included myocardial infarction and death attributable to CHD; any CHD events included major CHD events plus definite angina or definite or probable angina followed by revascularization. Data derived from Detrano et al.9
Hazard ratios (HR) for coronary heart disease events associated with coronary calcium scores: US adults (reference group, coronary artery calcification [CAC]=0 and Framingham Risk Score <10%). Coronary heart disease events included nonfatal myocardial infarction and death attributable to coronary heart disease. Data derived from Greenland et al.10
Mean values of carotid intima-media thickness (IMT) for different carotid artery segments in younger adults by race and sex (Bogalusa Heart Study). Data derived from Urbina et al.25
Mean values of carotid intima-media thickness (IMT) for different carotid artery segments in older adults, by race. Data derived from Manolio et al.32
Prevalence of coronary heart disease by age and sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Prevalence of myocardial infarction by age and sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). Myocardial infarction includes people who answered “yes” to the question of ever having had a heart attack or myocardial infarction. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Annual number of adults per 1000 having diagnosed heart attack or fatal coronary heart disease (CHD) by age and sex (Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Surveillance: 2005–2010 and Cardiovascular Health Study). These data include myocardial infarction (MI) and fatal CHD but not silent MI. Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Incidence of heart attack or fatal coronary heart disease by age, sex, and race (Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Surveillance: 2005–2010). Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Incidence of myocardial infarction by age, sex, and race (Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Surveillance: 2005-2010). Source: Unpublished data from Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities study, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Estimated 10-year coronary heart disease risk in adults 55 years of age according to levels of various risk factors (Framingham Heart Study). HDL-C indicates high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol. Data derived from Wilson et al.59
Prevalence of low coronary heart disease risk, overall and by sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 1971–2006). Low risk is defined as systolic blood pressure <120 mm Hg and diastolic blood pressure <80 mm Hg; cholesterol <200 mg/dL; body mass index <25 kg/m2; currently not smoking cigarettes; and no prior myocardial infarction or diabetes mellitus. Source: Personal communication with the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, June 28, 2007.
Hospital discharges for coronary heart disease by sex (United States: 1970–2010). Hospital discharges include people discharged alive, dead, and “status unknown.” Source: National Hospital Discharge Survey/National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Prevalence of angina pectoris by age and sex (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). Angina pectoris includes people who either answered “yes” to the question of ever having angina or angina pectoris or were diagnosed with Rose Angina. Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Incidence of angina pectoris (deemed uncomplicated on the basis of physician interview of patient) by age and sex (Framingham Heart Study 1986–2009). Data derived from National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Prevalence of heart failure by sex and age (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: 2007–2010). Source: National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
First acute decompensated heart failure annual event rates per 1000 (from ARIC Community Surveillance 2005–2010). Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Hospital discharges for heart failure by sex (United States: 1980–2010). Note: Hospital discharges include people discharged alive, dead, and status unknown. Source: National Hospital Discharge Survey/National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Trends in cardiovascular procedures, United States: 1979 to 2010. Note: Inpatient procedures only. PCI indicates percutaneous coronary intervention. Source: National Hospital Discharge Survey, National Center for Health Statistics, and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Number of surgical procedures in the 10 leading diagnostic groups, United States: 2010. Source: National Hospital Discharge Survey/National Center for Health Statistics and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Trends in heart transplantations (United Network for Organ Sharing: 1975–2012). Source: United Network for Organ Sharing, scientific registry data.
Heart transplantations in the United States by recipient age, 2012. Source: Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network data as of April 11, 2013.
Direct and indirect costs of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and stroke (in billions of dollars), United States, 2010. Source: Prepared by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.1,3
The 22 leading diagnoses for direct health expenditures, United States, 2010 (in billions of dollars). COPD indicates chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; and GI, gastrointestinal tract. Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; estimates are from the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and exclude nursing home costs.
Projected total costs of cardiovascular disease (CVD), 2015 to 2030 (2012 $ in billions) in the United States. CHD indicates coronary heart disease; CHF, congestive heart failure; and HBP, high blood pressure. Unpublished data tabulated by the American Heart Association using methods described by Heidenreich et al.8
Projected total (direct and indirect) costs of total cardiovascular disease by age (2012 $ in billions). Unpublished data tabulated by the American Heart Association using methods described by Heidenreich et al.8
Projected direct costs of total cardiovascular disease by type of cost (2012 $ in billions). Unpublished data tabulated by the American Heart Association using methods described by Heidenreich et al.8