Perceived cardiovascular disease risk and tailored communication strategies among rural and urban community dwellers in Rwanda: a qualitative study

Perceived cardiovascular disease risk and tailored communication strategies among rural and urban community dwellers in Rwanda: a qualitative study

Abstract Background In Rwanda, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the third leading cause of death, and hence constitute an important public health issue. Worldwide, most CVDs are due to lifestyle and preventable risk factors. Prevention interventions are based on risk factors for CVD risk, yet the...

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Main Authors: Jean Berchmans Niyibizi, Kufre Joseph Okop, Jean Pierre Nganabashaka, Ghislaine Umwali, Stephen Rulisa, Seleman Ntawuyirushintege, David Tumusiime, Alypio Nyandwi, Evariste Ntaganda, Peter Delobelle, Naomi Levitt, Charlotte M. Bavuma
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-05-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Cardiovascular disease
Perceived risk
Communication strategies
Rwanda
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-022-13330-6

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