Research Study2025
Cardiovascular disease risk assessment among the homeless and vulnerably housed: a feasibility and pilot study of a mobile cardiovascular risk clinic.
Campbell, David J.T.; O'Neill, Braden J.; Gibson, Kimberly; Thurston, Wilfreda E.
Abstract
This feasibility study assessed a mobile cardiovascular risk clinic for people experiencing homelessness in Calgary, Canada. Forty-seven participants (mean age 47) were assessed across multiple shelter and housing sites. Mean 10-year cardiovascular risk (FRS) was 12.3%. 57% had hypertension, 23% had diabetes, and 62% were current smokers. A mobile cardiovascular risk assessment clinic is feasible and identifies high rates of unmanaged cardiovascular risk factors.
Cite this study:Campbell, David J.T.; O'Neill, Braden J.; Gibson, Kimberly; Thurston, Wilfreda E. (2025). Cardiovascular disease risk assessment among the homeless and vulnerably housed: a feasibility and pilot study of a mobile cardiovascular risk clinic. CMAJ Open. https://doi.org/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39702918/
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