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Barbell Medicine Podcast
Episode #278: PREVENT-ing Heart Disease
Mar 8, 2024
The podcast discusses the new PREVENT heart disease risk calculator by the American Heart Association. They explore the complexities of heart disease risk factors and preventive strategies, comparing different cardiovascular risk calculators and their limitations. The conversation also delves into heart failure, enhancing cardiovascular risk prediction models, and the importance of proactive measures for heart health.
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- The new PREVENT tool offers a wider age range and integrates social determinants for a comprehensive risk assessment.
- It revolutionizes prevention by managing obesity, diabetes, kidney disease, and cardiovascular health with a stage-based approach.
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Introduction of Prevent Tool for Heart Disease Risk Estimation
The podcast introduces the new Prevent tool designed for estimating heart disease risk, catering to individuals aged 30 to 79. Unlike previous calculators, this tool provides a holistic view by incorporating kidney and metabolic health measures alongside traditional risk factors. It integrates social determinants like zip code to enhance accuracy and removes direct race considerations. Additionally, it includes BMI, hemoglobin A1c for diabetes evaluation, and the inclusion of heart failure risk assessment.
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