Editorial viewpoint
Cardiovascular Disease Research and the Development Agenda in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Abstract
Highlights
- Cardiovascular disease negatively affects economic and human development in low- and middle-income countries.
- Trends in development including urbanization, globalization, and privatization have increased cardiovascular risk, particularly in low-income communities.
- There are challenges in implementing policies for cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment, thus requiring additional investment in research and evaluation.
Published on Mar 1, 2015
Peer Reviewed