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    • Public Health
    • Cardiovascular Science
    • Socio-ecological Frameworks

    Background:

    • Life course socio-ecological frameworks are increasingly recognized in public health and clinical practice.
    • Evidence highlights the importance of a life course perspective for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention.
    • Understanding CVD progression across the lifespan is key for public health interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide an overview of evidence on the early origins and progression of cardiovascular disease (CVD) processes.
    • To emphasize evidence-based guidelines for CVD prevention and CV health promotion.
    • To offer recommendations for implementation and identify future research directions in global CVD prevention.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of studies focusing on life course approaches to cardiovascular health.
    • Synthesis of evidence on the origins and progression of CVD across diverse populations.
    • Analysis of existing evidence-based guidelines for CVD prevention.

    Main Results:

    • Substantial evidence supports a life course approach for preventing CVD and promoting CV health.
    • CVD processes originate early in life and progress over the lifespan.
    • Guidelines exist for CVD prevention, requiring professional implementation.

    Conclusions:

    • A life course perspective is essential for effective cardiovascular disease prevention strategies.
    • Implementing evidence-based guidelines globally can improve cardiovascular health outcomes.
    • Further research is needed to advance global CVD prevention efforts.