Key points from the survey:
May 18, 2005 (Press Release) --
Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) Risk Factors
As high as 55% of the US citizens don’t know anything about the national guidelines for cholesterol management. 42% of the citizens are not aware of the desirable cholesterol level in a healthy adult. These facts are revealed and confirmed by a recent study conducted on behalf of the American Heart Association (AHA).
People’s understanding of cholesterol management needs massive improvement and, that too, at an initial, random phase. This is despite every attempt by the government and the non-government associations to enlighten an average United State citizen on the instances of coronary heart diseases (CHD) and the associated risk factors.
An important section of US adults are still unaware of the specific risks that are thrown up by cholesterol and the relation between heart disease and cholesterol. This is despite all the mainstream literature and consumer advertising citing the bad effects of cholesterol and the chances of getting a heart disease due to cholesterol.
A national survey that spread over more than 1,100 US adults in the age group of over 40 years was conducted on behalf of the AHA. The sample population was inquired on their awareness of cholesterol and heart disease. After the answers were compiled and statistically measured, the result of all the ongoing public education and national guidelines seem to be quite bleak. Several individuals are either ill-informed or simply don’t understand anything about CHD, cholesterol, and other risk factors.
Key points from the survey:
• Importance of a healthy cholesterol level: More than 42% said they didn't know what a desirable cholesterol level is for a healthy adult. Ten percent believed that a cholesterol level of 200-239 mg/dL was desirable.
• Knowledge of national guidelines: Of those surveyed, 55% were not aware of national guidelines for cholesterol management.
• Awareness of current cholesterol level: 51% didn't know their total cholesterol levels.
When asked about the sources people depend on for reliable cholesterol information, almost 67% said they rely on their doctors. Less than 4% listed the Internet as the source for such information.
Are you aware of National Cholesterol Guidelines? 54.9% of the sample US population said No. An encouraging 40.2%, however, affirmed that they know about the guidelines.
Approximately 15% citizens had never had a discussion on their cholesterol levels or their target cholesterol level with any healthcare professional. Most respondents, although, said that they've had conversations with their doctor within the past year about cholesterol management and their own "personal cholesterol goals."
The results show that there is quite a lot of dependency on the physicians. This is a good sign and physicians can take the advantage for further better results – both on the count of helping patients and increasing their awareness about CHD. The public's understanding of cholesterol management needs to undergo a lot of improvement in the days to come.
As high as 55% of the US citizens don’t know anything about the national guidelines for cholesterol management. 42% of the citizens are not aware of the desirable cholesterol level in a healthy adult. These facts are revealed and confirmed by a recent study conducted on behalf of the American Heart Association (AHA).
People’s understanding of cholesterol management needs massive improvement and, that too, at an initial, random phase. This is despite every attempt by the government and the non-government associations to enlighten an average United State citizen on the instances of coronary heart diseases (CHD) and the associated risk factors.
An important section of US adults are still unaware of the specific risks that are thrown up by cholesterol and the relation between heart disease and cholesterol. This is despite all the mainstream literature and consumer advertising citing the bad effects of cholesterol and the chances of getting a heart disease due to cholesterol.
A national survey that spread over more than 1,100 US adults in the age group of over 40 years was conducted on behalf of the AHA. The sample population was inquired on their awareness of cholesterol and heart disease. After the answers were compiled and statistically measured, the result of all the ongoing public education and national guidelines seem to be quite bleak. Several individuals are either ill-informed or simply don’t understand anything about CHD, cholesterol, and other risk factors.
Key points from the survey:
• Importance of a healthy cholesterol level: More than 42% said they didn't know what a desirable cholesterol level is for a healthy adult. Ten percent believed that a cholesterol level of 200-239 mg/dL was desirable.
• Knowledge of national guidelines: Of those surveyed, 55% were not aware of national guidelines for cholesterol management.
• Awareness of current cholesterol level: 51% didn't know their total cholesterol levels.
When asked about the sources people depend on for reliable cholesterol information, almost 67% said they rely on their doctors. Less than 4% listed the Internet as the source for such information.
Are you aware of National Cholesterol Guidelines? 54.9% of the sample US population said No. An encouraging 40.2%, however, affirmed that they know about the guidelines.
Approximately 15% citizens had never had a discussion on their cholesterol levels or their target cholesterol level with any healthcare professional. Most respondents, although, said that they've had conversations with their doctor within the past year about cholesterol management and their own "personal cholesterol goals."
The results show that there is quite a lot of dependency on the physicians. This is a good sign and physicians can take the advantage for further better results – both on the count of helping patients and increasing their awareness about CHD. The public's understanding of cholesterol management needs to undergo a lot of improvement in the days to come.
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