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Wimmera Risk Factor Survey (Greater Green Triangle Cardiovascular Risk Factor Study Wimmera Sub Study)

The final of three risk factor surveys undertaken by the GGT UDRH estimated the prevalence of recognised risk factors for cardiovascular disease in the population in the Wimmera region, north west Victoria. The study also raised community awareness about cardiovascular disease and provided comprehensive ‘health screening’ for participants. 

The survey randomly sampled approximately 1,200 people aged 25-74 years, with an additional sample of 300 persons aged between 75 and 84 years. The survey provided valuable information about the health of people living in this region and about the prevalence of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

 

Grant details

Funding Body: Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing, University Department of Rural Health funding & Servier Labs Pty Ltd. Funded as the "Greater Green Triangle Cardiovascular Risk Factor Study Wimmera Sub Study"

Chief Investigator:  Professor Edward Janus (Adjunct Professor, GGT UDRH, Flinders University & Deakin University)

Associate Investigators: Professor James Dunbar (GGT UDRH, Flinders University & Deakin University), Dr Tiina Laatikainen (National Institute of Health and Welfare, Finland, formerly of the GGT UDRH, Flinders University & Deakin University) & Dr Sami Heistaro (National Institute of Health and Welfare, Finland, formerly of the GGT UDRH, Flinders University & Deakin University)

Total Funding: $10, 000 (Servier Labs Pty Ltd)

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