Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of mortality in the world. Although more effective treatments are being developed, due to the increased life span, more prevalent risk factors and the developing trend in lower income countries, the incidence of cardiovascular disease will continue to grow. The consequences of this result in a productivity loss, as well as a large economic burden. Because of the sudden onset of many cardiovascular events, the patients are often not able to receive medical attention in time for proper treatment. This has made it evident that prevention is a key tool in reducing mortality and morbidity from cardiovascular diseases in the population.