Healthwatch Tower Hamlets is running a project that will focus on men of all ages who have been diagnosed with cardiovascular disease to understand their experiences of accessing services that support them in managing their condition.
Our survey will ask questions about how well they are supported to:
- Follow a healthy diet
- Stay active and exercise
- Lose weight
- Make healthier lifestyle choices
What is a cardiovascular disease?
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a general term for conditions affecting the heart or blood vessels as defined by the NHS website. There are many different types of CVD, the 4 main types are:
- Coronary heart disease (this includes things like angina, heart attack and heart failure.)
- Stroke or a “mini-stroke” (this happens when blood stops flowing to a part of your brain affecting things like speech and movement.)
- Arterial disease (this is when your arteries are narrowed causing reduced blood flow to your arms or legs.)
- Aortic diseases (these are a group of conditions affecting the aorta, the largest blood vessel in the body, which carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body.)
The feedback will be used to make recommendations to improve the support services available and identify any barriers and gaps in service provision to ensure that men from all age groups, capabilities and backgrounds are equally supported in managing their long-term conditions.
The survey is 100% confidential and anonymous and you do not have to answer any questions if you do not wish.
If you have any questions about this survey, you can contact us by emailing info@healthwatchtowerhamlets.co.uk or by calling 0800 145 5343.
Healthwatch Tower Hamlets is your local health and social care champion. From Bethnal Green to Isle of Dogs and everywhere in between, we make sure National Health Service (NHS) leaders and other decision-makers hear your voice and use your feedback to improve care. If you want to find out more about the work we do, please visit our website www.healthwatchtowerhamlets.co.uk.