A qualitative study of CVD management and dietary changes: problems of `too much¿ and `contradictory¿ information

Conclusion: Patients will seek out, or come into contact with information which contradicts advice from their GPs. The volume of information may lead them to resort to old and familiar habits. GPs play a valuable role in highlighting key take-home messages and reliable external sources of information. The findings have implications for GP practice given that lifestyle changes are a cost- and clinically-effective means of managing CVD.
Source: BMC Family Practice - Category: Primary Care Authors: Source Type: research