A conceptual framework for managing modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular diseases in Fiji

Conclusions: Fiji is progressing through demographic and epidemiological transitions, including a decline in infectious diseases and improved life expectancy. However, in concert with other developing nations, ‘modernization’ is accompanied by increased mortality from non-communicable diseases, with CVD being the most prevalent. This transition has been associated with changes to socio-cultural aspects of Fiji, including poor lifestyle choices that may contribute to a cluster of cardio-metabolic conditions which precede CVD.
Source: The Journal of the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health - Category: Health Management Authors: Tags: Peer Review Source Type: research