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Improving cardiovascular health may contribute to a higher and healthier life expectancy. Healthcare professionals may prioritise cardiovascular health promotion and support patients in adopting healthy behaviours.
The problem addressed in this study is the contribution of cardiovascular risk factors to a healthier life expectancy.