Frances Black (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank members for letting me come in early and thank our witnesses for presenting today. I have a few questions. In his opening statement, Mr. Macey noted that 80% of CVD is preventable, even though it equates to 30% of all mortality. He also mentioned specific factors such as smoking, physical inactivity and excessive alcohol intake. From the witnesses' experience, are certain individuals specifically vulnerable? Are there areas and communities that are adversely affected or in a higher risk category? If there are, what services or supports do the witnesses think could be put in place to address this?