Chart showing unmet care need for high cholesterol in low- and middle-income countries (IMAGE)
Caption
In 35 low- and middle-income countries, the vast majority of individuals with high cholesterol did not receive adequate care for their condition. The graph shows how many out of all individuals with hypercholesterolemia reach the consecutive care stages, namely what share has been screened for high cholesterol, was aware of their diagnosis, has received advice or medication, and was in control of their high cholesterol. Less than half had been screened for hypercholesterolemia and only one third were aware of their high cholesterol and had received treatment (or medication or lifestyle advice), leaving a large majority without controlled cholesterol levels.
Credit
Maja E. Marcus
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