Why Sector Coalitions Are Critical for Tackling CVD Inequalities
The Inequalities in Health Alliance (IHA), a coalition of over 250 organisations convened by the Royal College of Physicians (RCP), campaigns for a cross-government strategy to reduce health inequalities.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a major concern in the UK, accounting for nearly 500 deaths daily, with higher mortality rates in poorer communities. It also costs the UK economy £30bn annually and is a leading cause of early workforce departure due to ill health.
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) has been highlighting CVD inequalities, which affect poorer regions more, following the trend of regional deprivation in the UK.
Amy Murgatroyd, senior policy officer at the British Heart Foundation, notes the importance of addressing CVD inequalities.
Sector coalitions, like IHA, play a critical role in tackling these inequalities.
Author summary: Sector coalitions are vital for addressing CVD inequalities in the UK.