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Health care expenditure on cardiovascular diseases 2004-05Cardiovascular disease series no. 30Health care expenditure on cardiovascular diseases 2004-05 presents summary data of allocated health expenditure collected by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. This report presents comparisons of allocated expenditure on cardiovascular disease over time and relative to other disease types. In addition, breakdowns of allocated expenditure according to age, sex and health sector are presented. This report is a useful resource for policy-makers, researchers and health professionals interested in cardiovascular disease. Authored by Senes S & Woodall J. Published 5 December 2008; ISSN 1323-9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 857 0; AIHW cat. no. CVD 43; 52pp.; $23.00 |
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Cardiovascular disease and its associated risk factors in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples 2004-05Cardiovascular disease series no. 29Cardiovascular disease is a major health problem in Australia, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples carrying the greatest burden of illness and death from this disease. Up-to-date estimates on the prevalence of cardiovascular disease and its associated risk factors are important for monitoring their impact on the health of Indigenous Australians. This report presents national-level information for Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians on the prevalence of cardiovascular disease and its associated risk factors, as well as on cardiovascular deaths. Results are based mostly on analysis of the Australian Bureau of Statistics' most recent National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Survey and National Health Survey conducted in 2004-05. Authored by Penm E. Published 5 June 2008; ISSN 1323 9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 792 4; AIHW cat. no. CVD 41; 110pp.; OUT OF PRINT |
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Comorbidity of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and chronic kidney disease in AustraliaCardiovascular disease series no. 28Cardiovascular disease, diabetes and chronic kidney disease are three common and serious illnesses in Australia. These three diseases have shared common risk factors, and often occur together. The National Centre for Monitoring Cardiovascular Disease and the National Centre for Monitoring Diabetes have collaborated to investigate the association of these diseases and their impact on Australians' health and health systems. This report is the first output of this project, and it focuses on examining the current extent of comorbidity of the conditions from three perspectives: self-reported prevalence, hospitalisation and deaths. Authored by Tong B & Stevenson C. Published 9 August 2007; ISSN 1323 9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 705 4; AIHW cat. no. CVD 37; 80pp.; $26.00 |
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Medicines for cardiovascular health: are they used appropriately?Cardiovascular disease series no. 27Medicines for cardiovascular health: are they used appropriately? covers trends in prescription and supply of these medicines, patterns of supply by geographic area and patient socioeconomic level, whether patients take medicines as intended, adverse events associated with these medicines, initiatives to improve the quality of use of medicines, and government expenditure on cardiovascular medicines. This report will be of interest to policy makers, health professionals and researchers in the field, as well as to the broader community. Authored by Senes S & Penm E. Published 23 May 2007; ISSN 1323 9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 689 7; AIHW cat. no. CVD 36; 92pp.; OUT OF PRINT |
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with coronary heart disease (summary booklet): further perspectives on health status and treatmentCardiovascular disease series no. 26This summary presents the key points detailed in 'Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with coronary heart disease: further perspectives on health status and treatment'. That report builds on existing information on disparities between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other Australians in the health status and treatment of coronary heart disease. New information on the incidence of major coronary events, case fatality, use of coronary procedures in hospital and case complexity in hospital has built a more complete picture of the coronary heart disease burden among Indigenous Australians. This summary will be of interest to those policy makers and health professionals who prefer an overview of the main points, as well as to the broader community. Authored by Mathur S, Moon L & Leigh S. Published 27 September 2006; ISSN 1323-9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 605 7; AIHW cat. no. CVD 34; 12pp.; OUT OF PRINT |
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with coronary heart disease: further perspectives on health status and treatmentCardiovascular disease series no. 25'Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with coronary heart disease: further perspectives on health status and treatment' builds on existing information on disparities between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other Australians in the health status and treatment of coronary heart disease. It is the first study of this scale to analyse data on Indigenous Australians in four key areas: incidence of major coronary events ; case fatality from major coronary events ; use of coronary procedures in hospital ; case complexity in hospital. This new information enables us to build a more complete picture of the coronary heart disease burden among Indigenous Australians, and also furthers our knowledge of disparities in treatment of coronary heart disease in relation to need. This report will be of interest to policy makers, health professionals and researchers in the field, as well as to the broader community. Authored by Mathur S, Moon L & Leigh S. Published 27 September 2006; ISSN 1323-9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 607 1; AIHW cat. no. CVD 33; 56pp.; $30.00 |
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How we manage stroke in AustraliaCardiovascular disease series no. 24How we manage stroke in Australia presents a comprehensive picture of the impact of stroke on patient, their carers, the heath system and aged care services. It brings together the latest Australian data on the various phases of the management of people with stroke across the continuum of care. Where possible, it compares current practice to clinical guidelines for best practice in the care of stroke patients. It identifies improvements in care, areas where more needs to be done and gaps in our knowledge. Authored by Senes S. Published 15 February 2006; ISSN 1323-9236; AIHW cat. no. CVD 31; 60pp.; $22.00 |
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The relationship between overweight, obesity and cardiovascular disease: a literature review prepared for the National Heart Foundation AustraliaCardiovascular disease series no. 23The 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. Authored by AIHW. Published 2 December 2004; ISSN 1323-9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 427 5; AIHW cat. no. CVD 29; 78pp.; $25.00 |
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Heart, stroke and vascular diseases, Australian facts 2004Cardiovascular disease series no. 22This publication presents the latest facts and figures on cardiovascular disease and its impact on the Australian community. It is the third report in a series by the National Centre for Monitoring Cardiovascular Disease. Published by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare and the National Heart Foundation of Australia, this is a comprehensive source of information covering patterns of cardiovascular health and illness among Australians, their associated risk factors, treatment and management of the disease. This valuable compilation will be relevant to the broader community as well as policy makers, health professionals and researchers interested in cardiovascular health. Authored by AIHW. Published 5 May 2004; ISSN 1323-9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024376 6; AIHW cat. no. CVD 27; 152pp.; $30.00 |
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Secondary prevention and rehabilitation after coronary events or stroke: a review of monitoring issuesCardiovascular disease seriesCardiovascular disease poses a heavy burden on the health of Australians. Coronary heart disease and stroke are its most costly manifestations, in terms of deaths, disability and health system costs. Risk factors for heart disease and stroke remain very common among Australians, including those with established cardiovascular disease. For the latter in particular, it is imperative to try and prevent further cardiovascular events. This paper identifies gaps and deficiencies in our knowledge in relation to secondary prevention and rehabilitation after coronary heart disease and stroke, including incidence, interventions and outcomes at a national level and suggests possible solutions. Authored by AIHW. Published 29 September 2003; ISSN 1323-9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 318 6; AIHW cat. no. CVD 25; 37pp.; $24.00 |