Nye Data Consulting

Cardiovascular Disease Risk

The visualization illustrates the relationship between cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevalence and two key health factors: high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Based on survey data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), the plots highlight how the proportion of individuals affected by cardiovascular disease varies depending on their cholesterol and blood pressure status. Each plot is stratified by diabetes type (None, Type 1, or Type 2) and body mass index (BMI) categories (Underweight, Normal Weight, Overweight, and Obese), offering a comprehensive view of how these risk factors interplay with other health conditions. The points represent the average CVD prevalence, while the error bars indicate 95% confidence intervals, emphasizing the reliability of the estimates. This visualization underscores the potential significance of high cholesterol and high blood pressure on cardiovascular health, serving as a valuable tool for understanding risk patterns in the population.