February is Heart Month. Not just because of Valentine Day, but also it’s a good time to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death worldwide. Cardiovascular diseases cause about 18 million deaths annually, making it a major global health burden. The number of cases is increasing due to the growth and aging of the population.
Cardiovascular disease includes many conditions of the heart and blood vessels. Heart problems include heart attack, stroke, heart failure, arrhythmia, and heart valve problems.
Blood vessel conditions include atherosclerosis, peripheralarterial disease, aortic aneurysm, cerebral vascular disease, varicose veins, and deep vein thrombosis.
About 80% of cardiovascular disease is caused by knownmodifiable risk factors. These include high systolic blood pressure, poor diet, high LDL cholesterol, smoking, and sedentary lifestyles. The worldwide increases in obesity and diabetes are major contributors to the growth of this health problem.
To learn ways to take proper care of your cardiovascular system and how to prevent or deal with specific heart conditions, please visit this month’s Healthinfo Island poster sets.
https://blog.virtualability.org/2026/02/displays-and-exhibits-for-healthinfo.html
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