Reasons for (non)compliance with intervention following identification of 'high-risk' status in the NHS Health Check programme
Conclusions
Attention needs to be paid to the way prophylactic medications are prescribed and explained to high-risk patients. Consistent provision of tailored lifestyle advice and access to appropriate services could facilitate sustained changes to factors that increase CVD risk.
Source: Journal of Public Health - Category: Health Management Authors: McNaughton, R. J., Shucksmith, J. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
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