The Challenge of Preventing Cardiovascular Disease in Tunisia

Chronic disease, and particularly cardiovascular disease (CVD), is the major cause of death in most developed countries, despite the downward trend observed during the last three decades. Although CVD is emerging in developing countries, little is known there about comprehensive preventive measures...

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Main Author: Hassen Ghannem, MD, MSc
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2005-12-01
Series:Preventing Chronic Disease
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Online Access:http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2006/jan/05_0069.htm