A multicultural perspective of cardiovascular disease

Article Abstract:

The growing ethnic diversity of the US due to immigration has raised demands for culturally sensitive medical care. None of the ethnic groups seems immune to cardiovascular disease. Variations in cultural beliefs about health and disease might have a beneficial or an adverse reaction on Western treatment plans. It is, therefore, important for medical personnel to openly discuss cultural belief systems with patients and to evaluate the possible impact of these on a patients's treatment plan. Non-Western health practices may improve the patient's quality of life.

Management

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Cardiovascular risk factors in homeless adults

Article Abstract:

Lack of funds in the homeless population presents a problem for them in obtaining medical care. The scarcity of primary health care facilities for this population and the insensitive attitude of many caregivers are other problems. Alcoholism and smoking are risk factors for cardiovascular disease particularly prevalent in this population and successful medical care involves setting realistic and achievable aims and working with the patients to modify their lifestyles within the constraints of homelessness.

Health aspects, Analysis, Homeless persons

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Cardiovascular technology

Article Abstract:

The Safe Medical Devices Act's Final Regulations for Medical Device Reporting, effective July 1996, includes changes involving the reporting rule, medical personnel education, user error, and manufacturer investigative responsibility. Personnel education and training continue to be stressed in the regulations, but are no longer mandatory.

Laws, regulations and rules, Medical personnel, Medical equipment

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