Demographic situation and cardiovascular disease in Russia: problem scope and possible solutions

Abstract

In the Russian Federation (RF), high mortality in young, working-age population substantially affects the present demographic situation. Non-communicable disease, especially cardiovascular disease (CVD), is the leading cause of premature death. RF is characterized by substantial impact of lifestyle factors (alcohol abuse, smoking, unhealthy diet, low physical activity, as well as arterial hypertension and psychosocial stress) on population health, including CVD incidence, progression and mortality. In the complex activity on decreasing CVD burden in Russia, prevention is the priority. Preventive measures should be the very basis of long-term national programs. To secure the effectiveness of such programs, state policy, inter-sectoral collaboration, professional and material resources are necessary.

Keywords

• demography
• cardiovascular disease
• lifestyle