2023-09-28 00:31:18
He September 29th marks an important date for medical anniversaries, as it commemorates the World Heart Day.
This initiative is promoted by the World Heart Federation (WHF) and supported by the Inter-American Society of Cardiology.
This date serves as a global awakening for the importance of cardiovascular care.
World Heart Day 2023 Slogan
He This year’s motto, “Use the heart, know the heart” seeks to emphasize the need for deep awareness and concrete actions towards heart health.
“Use the heart, know the heart” seeks to be a call to action. The promoters of this campaign ask to use the heart emoji, with this the WHF aims to transcend language and cultural barriers, creating a global connection in the promotion of cardiovascular health.
Knowing the heart means empowering yourself with knowledge, understanding the risks and taking conscious preventive measures.
Why is this date important?
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the world. In the Americas alone, these diseases cause 1.6 million deaths a year, 30% of which occur prematurely among people aged 30 to 69 years.
These statistics show the importance of commemorating the World Heart Day 2023. It is an essential reminder for individuals, health professionals and public officials, urging them to take responsibility and act decisively to mitigate associated risk factors.
The main objective of World Heart Day 2023 is to educate. Cardiovascular health care is not an isolated event; It is a journey that begins with breastfeeding and extends throughout life.
By promoting a healthy diet, reducing salt consumption and avoiding trans fats and sugars, along with abstaining from tobacco and incorporating regular physical activity, we can make a significant difference in the incidence of cardiovascular diseases.
This year’s campaign centers on one promise; a personal promise to adopt a healthier lifestyle, a professional promise to save more lives and a political promise to implement effective action plans against cardiovascular diseases.
Statistics to reflect on World Heart Day 2023
Worldwide, cardiovascular diseases (CVD), commonly known as
Heart disease or stroke are the number 1 cause of death. One in every 3 deaths in the world is a result of CVD. Most heart disease and premature stroke are
preventable 80% of deaths from CVD occur in low- to middle-income countries. In Mexico, non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular diseases, are estimated to represent 77% of total adult deaths.
Some of the risk factors related to cardiovascular diseases in adults in Mexico:
Smoking High alcohol consumption Hypertension that increases the risk of heart attack, kidney disease or stroke Obesity Poor diet Sedentary lifestyle
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