I. Introduction A. Background on heart disease prevalence and impact Heart disease, also known as cardiovascular disease, remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 17.9 million people died from heart disease in 2016, representing 31% of all global deaths. These diseases primarily include coronary artery disease, heart…
I. Introduction Heart disease, medically known as cardiovascular disease, is a broad term that encompasses various conditions affecting the heart’s structure and function. These conditions can include coronary artery disease, heart failure, congenital heart disease, valvular heart diseases, and many others. Heart disease is a global concern, being the leading cause of death worldwide. It…
I. Introduction A. Brief Overview of Heart Disease: Heart disease, also known as cardiovascular disease, refers to a class of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels. It is a broad term that includes various conditions like coronary artery disease, heart failure, congenital heart disease, and arrhythmias, among others. Heart disease is currently the…
If you’ve heard of atherosclerosis, then you probably know that it’s one of the leading causes of heart disease in the U.S. – and if you have high cholesterol or heart disease yourself, you’re all too familiar with this condition already. But did you know that your immune system plays an important role in atherosclerosis?…
