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Journal Call no.RC681.A1J68
AuthorLau, Suet-ting.
Article TitlePreventive cardiology in Hong Kong : time for a change / Suet-ting Lau and Chu-pak Lau.
Is Part OfJournal of the Hong Kong College of Cardiology ; v.6, no.2, Oct 1998, p.83.
AbstractPreventive cardiology is a growing subspecialty with recognized significance in the world. Heart disease is a major cause of mortality in Hong Kong, accounting for about 5000 deaths per year. Although modifiable risk factors had been identified for primary and secondary prevention of coronary diseases, the extent to which preventive programmes are conducted is restricted. The article briefly reviews the development of the prevention programmes and suggests ways to prevent cardiovascular diseases.