The relationship between overweight, obesity and cardiovascular disease: a literature review prepared for the National Heart Foundation Australia

The Relationship Between Overweight, Obesity and Cardiovascular Disease presents the latest evidence linking excess body weight with cardiovascular disease, including coronary heart disease, stroke, heart failure and their associated risk factors. Published by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare and the National Heart Foundation of Australia, this report is a valuable resource for the broader community as well as policy makers, health professionals and researchers interested in cardiovascular health.

ISSN 1323-9236; ISBN 978 1 74024 427 5; Cat. no. CVD 29; 78pp.; Internet only