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Rising global cardiovascular risks and prevention efforts

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Medical experts continue to highlight an increasing trend of cardiovascular risks among younger populations. Research indicates that approximately one-third of women aged 20 to 44 could develop heart disease by 2050, driven by obesity, diabetes, smoking, and high blood pressure. Specialists emphasize that many heart attacks can be prevented through sustained lifestyle changes and early monitoring. Santiago Coreleu of Sanatorio Central Banda notes that risk factors like hypertension and high cholesterol often act silently. During recent World Heart Day observances, global health organizations reinforced that up to 80% of premature cardiovascular events are preventable through lifestyle modifications, such as reducing salt and sugar intake and increasing physical activity. Health initiatives in Panama, Colombia, Italy, and Mexico have focused on educational sessions and screenings for blood pressure and glucose levels. In the Dominican Republic, the ‘Stroke-ACV Code’ has been highlighted for improving emergency response times for neurological emergencies. Data from the World Health Organization indicates that cardiovascular diseases accounted for approximately 19 to 19.8 million deaths in 2022, representing about 32% of global mortality. Myocardial infarction and stroke comprise roughly 85% of these fatalities, with over three-quarters occurring in low- and middle-income countries. In Vietnam, the burden is intensifying; the WHO estimates that by 2025, approximately 16.9 million adults aged 30-79 in the country will have hypertension. ~~However,~~ At the 20th National Cardiovascular Congress, Vietnamese experts advocated for a shift from hospital-based treatment toward community-level prevention and early detection. In Ho Chi Minh City, authorities are also addressing an aging population of over 1.5 million elderly residents. To combat delays in medical ~~challenges persist~~ check-ups caused by financial or psychological concerns, the city plans to implement free annual health screenings beginning in ~~Vietnam, where only about 51% of hypertensive individuals are diagnosed, 32% receive treatment, and only 15% successfully control their blood pressure.~~ 2026.

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