ReviewThe Lancet regional health. Europe2023
Disparities in cardiovascular disease and treatment in the Nordic countries.
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Abstract
The Nordic countries, including Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden have seen a steep decline in cardiovascular mortality in recent decades. They are among the most egalitarian countries by several measures, and all have universal, publicly funded welfare systems providing healthcare for all citizens. However, despite these seemingly ideal conditions, disparities in access to cardiovascular care and outcomes persist. To address this challenge, The Lancet Region Health-Europe convened experts from a broad range of countries to summarize the current state of knowledge on cardiovascular disease disparities across Europe. This Series Paper presents the main challenges in Nordic countries based on evidence from high-quality nationwide registries. Focusing on major cardiovascular health determinants, areas in need of improvement were identified. There is a need for addressing structural causes underlying these disparities, such as poverty and discrimination, but also to improve access to healthcare in deprived neighborhoods and to address underlying social determinants of health that may mitigate disparities in cardiovascular outcomes. Overall, while the Nordic countries have made great strides in promoting egalitarianism and providing universal healthcare, there is still much work to be done to ensure equitable access to care and improved cardiovascular outcomes for all members of society.
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