Medical records show women are more likely to die from heart disease. About 38 percent of women will die from a heart attack, compared with 25 percent of men. Stoke is a close relative to heart disease and the third leading cause of death in the United States. It is generally caused by a blockage or other problem in a blood vessel leading to the brain. Despite many effective drugs, only about a quarter of those with high blood pressure actually control the condition with medication.
Uncontrolled hypertension is one example of what concerns heart doctors most.
About half of all heart disease is preventable through relatively low-tech life style changes, but many people aren't getting that message. Globalization of heart disease From a global perspective, experts foresee a discouraging spread of heart disease in the coming years. The World Health Organization estimates that by the year 2020, the epidemic of heart disease and stoke will become the leading cause of death and disability worldwide. All Rights Reserved. Terms under which this service is provided to you.