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Too many Australians are at higher risk of vascular disease through lifestyle-related behaviours such as physical inactivity and tobacco smoking.
Increased physical activity, better nutrition and stopping smoking are just a few of the things we can do to improve our cardiovascular health.
HealthInsite also has specific topic pages linking to information on Arteriosclerosis, Deep Vein Thrombosis and High Blood Pressure.
Follow the links below to find information about preventing vascular disease.
Updated August 2008
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Vascular Health
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HealthInsite Topic Page
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Links to information about vascular health and vascular diseases, including prevention, risk factors, treatment, support services and statistics.
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Jan 2008
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Deep vein thrombosis
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Better Health Channel
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A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms in the veins of the leg. A pulmonary embolism is a life threatening complication. Long distance flights may contribute to the risk of DVT, in a condition commonly known as economy class syndrome'.
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Oct 2007
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Travel tips for seniors
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Better Health Channel
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All travellers should plan carefully to ensure their health and safety while away. However, older people have a few extra concerns, such as ensuring that pre-existing medical conditions are well managed.
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Sep 2006
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DVT: what you need to know about DVT and air travel
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| Publisher: |
myDr
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| Description: |
Publicity following 2 deaths due to pulmonary embolism after long-haul air travel in 2000 has sparked a public debate about the issue of DVT and air travel.
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Aug 2006
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Warfarin: balancing the benefits and harms
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Australian Prescriber
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The benefits of warfarin therapy are substantial in the prevention of arterial and venous thrombosis, and in the primary and secondary prevention of stroke related to non-rheumatic atrial fibrillation. The major risk of warfarin is bleeding, which can cause significant morbidity or mortality.
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Aug 2004
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Deep vein thrombosis and air travel
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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There is community concern that air travel may increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This page explains what DVT is, and provides a set of guidelines for the safety and comfort of air travellers.
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| Date: |
Nov 2003
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Interventions to improve uptake of venous thromboembolism prophylaxis in hospitals
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National Institute of Clinical Studies
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| Description: |
The review looks for strategies that have been effective in increasing the appropriate use of pharmacological and mechanical measures to prevent venous thromboembolism in hospitalised patients, and secondarily, whether there is information on the cost effectiveness of such strategies.
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| Date: |
Jul 2003
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| Title: |
DVT and air travel
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| Publisher: |
myDr
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| Description: |
One health problem associated with flying is the risk of blood clots forming in the leg veins.
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| Date: |
May 2002
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Looking after your legs
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Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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| Description: |
Advice on how to avoid congestion in your legs, with practical tips to help prevent potential circulatory problems.
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| Date: |
Sep 2001
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Managing warfarin therapy in the community
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| Publisher: |
Australian Prescriber
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| Description: |
Warfarin is used in rat poison, but in small doses it is a useful medicine. It helps to prevent blood clots.
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| Date: |
Aug 2001
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