About Cardiac Care
What is CVD?
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally. An estimated 17.9 million people died from CVDs in 2019, representing 32% of all global deaths. Of these deaths, 85% were due to heart attack and stroke. Dyslipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes are major modifiable risk factors for CVD.
Your cardiovascular system is kind of a big deal. One heart pumps blood throughout the body, arteries, and veins to deliver the blood to your organs, and millions of red and white blood cells to transport oxygen and help you fight off colds. Without all of this, life simply would not be possible. That's why taking care of your cardiovascular system is such a vital part of everyday life.
A few lifestyle changes can do a world of good for you are
- Quit Smoking
- Lower your blood pressure
- Control your cholesterol levels
- Lose weight
The morbidity and mortality associated with coronary artery disease is strongly related to abnormal lipid levels, oxidation of lipids, and intra-arterial clot formation. Moreover, systemic inflammation has been reported to be present before any evidence of myocardial infarction. However, an alternative explanation could be offered by suggesting that systemic inflammation is causing atherosclerosis rather than.............