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Using behavioral risk factor surveillance data for heart disease and stroke prevention programs.

Kurt J Greenlund1, Clark H Denny, Ali H Mokdad

  • 1Cardiovascular Health Branch, Division of Adult and Community Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia 30341, USA. keg9@cdc.gov

American Journal of Preventive Medicine
|January 4, 2006
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The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is crucial for monitoring heart disease and stroke risk factors. Utilizing BRFSS data helps states track population health and measure prevention program impact effectively.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health Surveillance
  • Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
  • Health Informatics

Background:

  • Effective heart disease and stroke prevention requires monitoring population-level risk factors.
  • The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is a key state-based telephone survey for health monitoring.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of the BRFSS for state heart disease and stroke prevention programs.
  • To emphasize the utility of BRFSS data for measuring disease burden and program impact.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizes data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS).
  • BRFSS includes modules on cardiovascular risk factors, preventive practices, and health behaviors.
  • Data analysis supports monitoring, evaluation, and public health initiatives.

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Main Results:

  • BRFSS data is used for monitoring health risks, assessing progress toward goals, and identifying disparities.
  • States leverage BRFSS for public health campaigns, legislative proposals, and inter-agency collaboration.
  • Methodologic considerations include data validation and telecommunication changes.

Conclusions:

  • State heart disease and stroke prevention programs must utilize BRFSS data for effective monitoring and impact assessment.
  • Collaboration with BRFSS coordinators is vital for obtaining essential data.
  • BRFSS data is critical for addressing leading causes of death in the U.S.