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EMPOWERING PATIENT WELLNESS: THE EXPANDING ROLE OF PHYSICIANS AS HEALTH EDUCATORS IN PRIMARY CARE

Nurul Aisyah Mohd Ali
Published 25 June 2024
Vol. 1, No. 1 (2024)
pp. 24-38
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    Nurul Aisyah Mohd Ali
    Centre for Nursing Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, UiTM Selangor Puncak Alam Campus, University Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.
    MY

The incidence of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) is on the rise, making it a pressing global health concern. In Malaysia, cardiovascular diseases have consistently ranked as the leading cause of mortality for several decades, with cardiovascular disease contributing significantly to the non-communicable disease-related deaths. Statins, a class of prescription drugs designed to lower cholesterol levels, play a pivotal role in preventing ACS. However, they are associated with statin-related side effects, primarily muscle-related issues, including pain, lethargy, weakness, and myopathy. Observational studies have reported muscle problems in a substantial proportion of patients, ranging from 10% to 30%, while randomized controlled trials have indicated a lower but still significant incidence, affecting up to 5% of patients. Given the increasing significance of ACS, it is crucial to critically identify effective management and treatment strategies for this condition

JournalOncology Journal
ISSN3065-0356
Volume / IssueVol. 1, No. 1 (2024)
Pages24-38
Published25 June 2024
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LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Ali , N. (2024). EMPOWERING PATIENT WELLNESS: THE EXPANDING ROLE OF PHYSICIANS AS HEALTH EDUCATORS IN PRIMARY CARE . Oncology Journal, Vol. 1 No. 1, pp. 24-38

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