Sunday reflection:
Every year, 20.5 million people die from cardiovascular disease (CVD) — more than cancer, respiratory disease, and HIV combined.
🔑 Key facts:
- 🩸 1 in 3 deaths worldwide are caused by CVD.
- 🌍 75%+ of deaths happen in low- and middle-income countries.
- 💔 Major causes include heart disease and stroke.
⚠️ Risk factors for CVD include:
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Overweight & obesity
- Physical inactivity
- Unhealthy diet
- Smoking & alcohol
- Air pollution
- Kidney disease
👉 The good news? Many of these risks are preventable with small, consistent shifts in lifestyle.
Even simple changes—like daily walks, eating more greens, staying hydrated, and cutting down on processed foods—can protect your heart for decades.
💡 Your turn:What’s ONE small change you’ve made (or want to make) to protect your heart health?Drop it in the comments — your idea might be the spark someone else needs today. 🌟