The burden of inequity: Income related disparities in cardiovascular risk factors in Europe

This study highlighted significant income-related inequities in cardiovascular risk factors, with lower-income individuals exhibiting higher prevalence of dyslipidemia, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, smoking, and sedentary lifestyle. Country-specific variations were noted, with some countries experiencing a greater inequity, while others showed less pronounced inequity or even inverse inequalities. These findings highlight the need for equity-oriented healthcare services to reduce cardiovascular disease burden and address significant socioeconomic disparities.