“Combating cardiovascular diseases: epidemiological bases and strategies.”
Country of Study
Burundi
Institution
Universite du Burundi
Expected Year of Completion
2028
Thematic Area
Health and Life Sciences
Education
Mick holds a Master of Science degree in Public Health from the Institut National de Santé Publique in Burundi. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Public Health at the Université du Burundi in Bujumbura. Although she has not yet completed her coursework, she is in her second year, and is expected to complete her PhD in May 2028. Mick currently works as a Lecturer in Academic Services at Université Lumière de Bujumbura.
Research Summary
Mick’s research focuses on improving the health system’s response to cardiovascular disease (CVD) in Burundi, where CVD accounts for 12% of all deaths. As CVD remains the leading cause of death globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, this study aims to address key determinants of CVD through a series of six studies. These include a systematic review of cardiovascular risk factors, analysis of CVD dynamics in hospitals, an observational study on risk factors, assessment of the quality of CVD management, identification of prognostic factors in hospital settings, and evaluation of interventions aimed at combating CVD. The goal is to enhance healthcare strategies to reduce CVD-related deaths in Burundi.
Publications:
DOI: 10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20223531
https://www.ijcmph.com/index.php/ijcmph/article/view/10545
