Coronary heart disease  

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Coronary heart disease (CHD) describes what happens when the blood supply to the heart is blocked or interrupted by a build-up of fatty substances in the coronary arteries. CHD is the single most common cause of premature death in the UK. However, many cases could be prevented through living a healthy lifestyle, with modifiable risk factors such as smoking, being overweight or being physically inactive all increasing the risk of CHD. Early diagnosis and effective managements of CHD can also reduce the risk of death and improve quality of life for patients.  

In 2021 to 2022, the recorded prevalence of coronary heart disease among patients registered with Waltham Forest GP practices was 1.8%, significantly lower than the national rate (3%), and slightly below the regional average (1.9%).  

Source:OHID Public health profiles. Data from Quality and Outcomes Framework. Date accessed: 27 March 2023. 

Note: Recorded disease prevalence on GP patient registers is influenced both by the underlying prevalence of the condition in the wider population and the extent to which these cases have been diagnosed and recorded on primary care systems.