Healthy Heart – Monthly Topic
Heart disease accounts for one death every three minutes
British Heart Foundation
Heart disease refers to a number of serious diseases affecting heart health and is the biggest cause of deaths worldwide. According to British Heart Foundation, heart disease affects 7.4 million people in the UK and it accounts for one death every three minutes.
Some types of heart disease depend on genetic or family factors, but many conditions can be prevented by living a healthier lifestyle. Use this month’s information to understand the factors that can increase your risk of heart disease, how you can help to prevent it by making some lifestyle changes and kicking those bad habits, as well as advice for dealing with heart disease.
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