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Gaps in cardiovascular disease risk management in Australian general practice.

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To evaluate the management of cardiovascular disease risk in Australian general practice, a large number of patients with a history of CVD are referred to general practice for routine check-ups.
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Objective: To evaluate the management of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in Australian general practice.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health performance framework

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Updated New Zealand cardiovascular disease risk-benefit prediction guide

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