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Countries with the highest heart disease in the world are mostly in Central Asia. From Turkmenistan to Uzbekistan. Photo/Illustration/Ist
Cardiovascular disease (CVDs) is one of the leading causes of death in the world.
CVDs are a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels and include coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, rheumatic heart disease and other conditions.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the most important behavioral risk factors for heart disease and stroke are unhealthy diet, lack of physical activity, harmful use of tobacco and alcohol.
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So which countries have the highest number of people with heart disease?, The following explanation has been summarized from various sources.
1. Turkmenistan
The first country in the world with a percentage of 33.63 percent or 12,401 people died/year. Heart disease is the top 50 cause of death in the country.
2. Kyrgyzstan
The second country in the world with a percentage of 37.61 percent or 12,961 people died. Heart disease is the top 50 cause of death in the country.
3. Yaman
The third country in the world with a percentage of 22.34 percent or 35,367 people died. Heart disease is the top 50 cause of death in the country.
4. Uzbekistan
The fourth country in the world with a percentage of 41.70 percent or 65,680 people died. Heart disease is the top 50 disease in the country.
For your information, often there are no symptoms of an underlying disease of blood vessels. A heart attack or stroke may be the first sign of an underlying disease. Symptoms of a heart attack include:
– Pain or discomfort in the center of the chest; and/or
– Pain or discomfort in the arm, left shoulder, elbow, jaw, or back.
WHO says that the key to reducing cardiovascular disease lies in the inclusion of cardiovascular disease management interventions in the universal health insurance package.
However, in a large number of countries, health systems require significant investment and reorientation to manage CVD effectively.
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