The UK NSC recommendation on Vascular risk screening in adults over 40
Find general information about population health screening. Why is screening not recommended by UK NSC?
Although the UK NSC does not recommend screening for CVD, the Committee advised in 2005 that targeted screening for those at higher risk of T2DM should be undertaken in the context of a cardiovascular risk assessment programme. The Committee then commissioned a summary of existing clinical guidance on cardiovascular risk to support the field. This was the 2008 “blue book”. The idea of a RM programme was announced by the Labour government in 2008. In 2013/4 the vascular risk management programme was picked up by PHE and universal invitations became a legal requirement: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2013/351/regulation/4/made. The UK NSC continues to review policy recommendations for specific cardiovascular health problems that affect older people.
More about Vascular riskVascular disease includes coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and kidney disease. It currently affects the lives of over 4 million people in England. It causes 36% of deaths (170,000 a year in England) and is responsible for a fifth of all hospital admissions. It is the largest single cause of long-term ill health and disability, impairing the quality of life for many people. » Read more about vascular disease on NHS UK Stakeholders • British Heart Foundation The stakeholder groups will be involved when the recommendation is next reviewed. If you think your organisation should be added, please contact us. More information for stakeholders can be found in appendix C of the UK NSC evidence review process. Related documents
Handbook of Vascular Risk Assessment, Risk Reduction and Risk Management (2012) (PDF document, 904KB, 14/12/12)
Vascular risk management programme (2006) (PDF document, 66KB, 23/08/11)More optionsGo to top |
