The Importance and Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases

The Importance of Cardiovascular Diseases

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Akbulut, a faculty member of the Cardiology Department, states that 18 million people die from cardiovascular diseases worldwide each year. In our country, 37% of the 460,000 deaths each year are due to cardiovascular diseases.

Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Akbulut emphasizes that cardiovascular diseases are not fate but a choice. Akbulut points out that these diseases lead to death, disability, and economic losses, stating that unhealthy diet, sedentary lifestyle, and some metabolic diseases are effective in the emergence of these diseases.

Heart Attack and Its Importance

Prof. Dr. Akbulut states that one of the major forms of cardiovascular diseases is heart attack. Akbulut explains that a heart attack occurs as a result of the blockage of the vessels carrying the heart’s oxygen demand, attributing these blockages particularly to cholesterol accumulations.

• He mentions that measures taken against cardiovascular diseases can reduce deaths by 80%.
• He particularly emphasizes the importance of healthy eating, regular exercise, and staying away from bad habits for heart health.