World Heart Day is observed every year on September 29 to raise awareness about cardiovascular health and the impacts of CVDs.
According to WHO, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the number 1 cause of death globally, taking an estimated 17.9 million lives each year.
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.
World Heart Day 2020 theme is ‘Use to Beat’. This theme will help in encouraging the adoption of a healthy lifestyle and healthy eating habits.
It will also develop a plan to control smoking and reduce the risk of heart diseases.
Aside from these two objectives, the celebration of the World Heart Day 2020 will also aim at reducing the global prevalence of hypertension and raising awareness about the importance of engaging in physical activity.
This year, COVID 19 pandemic has taken the spotlight in the healthcare sector. It has displayed the importance of the healthcare profession; national healthcare systems and it has also showcased our individual responsibilities for our own health and how vulnerable we are.
Studies have shown that there is a link between cardiovascular diseases and COVID 19, therefore, taking care of the heart is more important than ever today.
Here’re a few wishes and images to share with your near and dear one,
