Caerphilly Heart Disease Study

The Caerphilly Heart Disease Study (pronunciation: /kɛrˈfɪli/ Heart Disease Study) is a significant epidemiological research project that focuses on the understanding and prevention of heart disease.

Etymology

The study is named after the town of Caerphilly, located in South Wales, where the research was primarily conducted. The term "heart disease" refers to a range of conditions that affect the heart, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and others.

Overview

The Caerphilly Heart Disease Study was initiated in the late 1970s with the aim of investigating the influence of lifestyle factors, such as diet and exercise, on the development of heart disease. The study involved more than 2,500 men aged between 45 and 59 years at the start of the study. The participants were followed up over several decades, providing valuable longitudinal data on heart disease progression and outcomes.

Findings

The study has contributed significantly to our understanding of heart disease. It has highlighted the importance of lifestyle factors in heart disease prevention, including the role of a healthy diet, regular exercise, and avoidance of smoking. The study has also provided insights into the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to heart disease risk.

Related Terms

Epidemiology: The study of how often diseases occur in different groups of people and why.
Heart Disease: A range of conditions that affect your heart. Diseases under the heart disease umbrella include blood vessel diseases, such as coronary artery disease; heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias); and heart defects you're born with (congenital heart defects), among others.
Coronary Artery Disease: Damage or disease in the heart's major blood vessels.
Heart Failure: A chronic, progressive condition in which the heart muscle is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs for blood and oxygen.

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