Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) areĀ the number 1 cause of death globally, taking an estimatedĀ 17.9 million lives each year. CVDs are a group ofĀ disorders of the heart and blood vessels and include coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, rheumatic heart disease and other conditions. Four out of 5CVD deaths are due to heart attacks and strokes, and one third of these deaths occur prematurely in people under 70 yearsĀ of age.
Individuals at risk of CVD may demonstrate raised blood pressure, glucose, and lipids as well as overweight and obesity. These can all be easily measured in primary care facilities. Identifying those at highest risk of CVDs and ensuring they receive appropriate treatment can prevent premature deaths. Access to essentialĀ noncommunicable diseaseĀ medicines and basic health technologies in all primary health care facilities is essential to ensure that those in need receive treatment and counselling
Cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) areĀ the number 1 cause of death globally, taking an estimatedĀ 17.9 million lives each year. CVDs are a group ofĀ disorders of the heart and blood vessels and include coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, rheumatic heart disease and other conditions. Four out of 5CVD deaths are due to heart attacks and strokes, and one third of these deaths occur prematurely in people under 70 yearsĀ of age.
Individuals at risk of CVD may demonstrate raised blood pressure, glucose, and lipids as well as overweight and obesity. These can all be easily measured in primary care facilities. Identifying those at highest risk of CVDs and ensuring they receive appropriate treatment can prevent premature deaths. Access to essentialĀ noncommunicable diseaseĀ medicines and basic health technologies in all primary health care facilities is essential to ensure that those in need receive treatment and counselling.
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