A broad term encompassing various conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, stroke, and peripheral artery disease. CVD is a leading cause of death globally.
A condition where plaque builds up inside the arteries, narrowing them and restricting blood flow. This process increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.
A type of CVD characterized by the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart muscle. CAD often leads to chest pain (angina) and heart attacks.
Commonly known as high blood pressure, hypertension occurs when the force of blood against the artery walls is consistently too high, leading to strain on the heart and blood vessels.
Irregular heart rhythms that can manifest as palpitations, fluttering, or rapid heartbeat. Arrhythmias may be harmless or life-threatening, depending on their severity and underlying cause.
A condition where the heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body’s needs. It can result from various underlying conditions such as coronary artery disease, hypertension, or cardiomyopathy.
A medical emergency caused by interrupted blood flow to the brain, leading to brain damage. Ischemic strokes result from blocked arteries, while hemorrhagic strokes occur due to bleeding in the brain.
A condition where plaque buildup narrows the arteries supplying blood to the legs, arms, stomach, or kidneys, leading to symptoms such as leg pain while walking and an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
Factors that increase the likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease, including smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, sedentary lifestyle, and family history.
Strategies aimed at reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, including maintaining a healthy diet, regular exercise, managing stress, avoiding tobacco use, and monitoring and controlling blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
A comprehensive program designed to improve the physical and emotional well-being of individuals with heart disease through exercise, education, and counseling.