Cardiovascular Prevention and Pharmacotherapy

Review Article

Physical activity for prevention of cardiovascular disease: a consensus statement of the Korean Society of Cardio-cerebrovascular Disease Prevention: Ye Seul Yang, Eu Jeong Ku, Seung-Hyun Ko, Eun-Jung Rhee, Sang-Hyun Ihm, Sung Hee Choi, Won-Young Lee; Cardiovasc Prev Pharmacother. 2025;7(4):120-134. Published online September 15, 2025; DOI: https://doi.org/10.36011/cpp.2025.7.e15

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Abstract PDF: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of mortality worldwide, highlighting the need for effective preventive strategies. This consensus statement emphasizes the critical role of regular physical activity, including aerobic and muscle- strengthening exercises, in reducing key CVD risk factors such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, obesity, and insulin resistance. Recommendations are provided for the general adult population as well as specific subgroups, including older adults, pregnant and postpartum women, individuals with CVD, and those with physical limitations. The importance of reducing sedentary behavior and integrating physical activity into daily life is also addressed. Recommendations should focus on tailored interventions, supportive environments, and evidence-based policies that encourage active lifestyles. Further research specific to the Korean population will enhance the development of evidence-based, population-tailored guidelines for more effective CVD prevention in Korea.

Original Article

Public awareness of cardiovascular disease prevention in Korea: Eunji Kim, Chan-Hee Jung, Eun-Jung Rhee, Junghyun Noh, Jae Hyuk Lee, Hun-Jun Park, Sungha Park, Sang-Hyun Ihm, Won-Young Lee, Hyeon Chang Kim; Cardiovasc Prev Pharmacother. 2022;4(4):149-157. Published online October 26, 2022; DOI: https://doi.org/10.36011/cpp.2022.4.e20

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Background
The burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is significant in Korea. Ultimately, public knowledge and awareness of CVD risk factors and prevention are essential to reduce its burden. Hence, this study aimed to examine the level of public awareness of CVD risk factors and prevention in Korea in 2022.
Methods
We used data from the Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Awareness Survey conducted by the Korean Society of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in June 2022. Using a structured web-based questionnaire, 2,000 individuals aged 20 years or more were surveyed on computers or mobile devices. Information on sociodemographic characteristics, the presence of cardiometabolic disease, CVD concerns and self-assessed likelihood, and awareness of CVD prevention were analyzed.
Results
Cancer (44.3%) was the most feared disease, followed by CVD (19.5%). Nevertheless, most respondents stated that they were likely to develop CVD in their lifetime (67.4%). Only 9.2% of respondents were aware of the details of recommendations to prevent CVD, and this level of knowledge was also low among respondents with cardiometabolic diseases (10.7%). Not smoking, being physically active, eating a healthy diet, and reducing alcohol consumption were deemed easy to implement. On the contrary, reducing stress, being physically active, and eating a healthy diet were considered the most difficult recommendations to practice.
Conclusions
Public awareness of CVD risk factors and prevention appeared to be insufficient in Korea. Our research suggests that simple but practical recommendations should be conveyed and promoted to raise public awareness, which is currently inadequate.

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