Ethnic Diversities, Hypertension and Global Cardiovascular Risk

This book, which is part of the series on “Hypertension and related sequelae” published by Springer with the official endorsement and collaboration of the European Society of Hypertension, is intended for health personnel interested in improving knowledge and skills on cardiovascular risk of ethnic minorities in Europe. Over the last few decades, the possibility for European health professionals to see patients originating from non-European countries has greatly increased, whereas cultural training on health needs of minority groups remains often limited and likely biased. Cardiovascular prevention for these new populations requires novel approach models now perceived as essentials by stakeholders to achieve a future reduction of healthcare costs and health inequalities. This book is therefore aimed at both improving the skills of health professionals and encouraging research activities in this special field. Our special thanks to everyone who has been involved in the development of the book, to health workers, and to communities of minority groups who are jointly actively contributing to fill these gaps.