THE BURDEN OF CARDIOVASCULAR MODIFIABLE RISK FACTORS IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA
Abstract:
The aim of this article is to bring forward and realize the dimension of the cardiovascular risk problem and its impact in the Republic of Moldova. Most cardiovascular disease could be prevented by reducing the four risk factors: smoking, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, alcohol abuse - that is the group of modifiable behavioural factors. Despite this, there is incomplete statistical evidence and monitoring of the modifiable cardiovascular risk factors in the Republic of Moldova. This situation complicates the decision making process for cardiovascular prevention interventions at all levels, determining a stately reserve to optimize cardiovascular prevention by reducing the modifiable risk factors in the Republic of Moldova.
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