what are some diseases of the cardiovascular system?

Answer 1

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The cardiovascular system is made up of the heart and blood vessels. Cardiovascular diseases (CVD), as defined by the American Heart Association (AHA), include:

* Picture of a man, sitting in a chair coronary heart disease (coronary artery disease, ischemic heart disease)

* stroke (brain attack)

* high blood pressure (hypertension)

* rheumatic heart disease

Approximately 62 million Americans have one or more forms of cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Each year in the US, cardiovascular diseases top the list of the country's most serious health problems. Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death and stroke is the third leading cause of death. Stroke is also the number one cause of serious, long-term disability.

Yet, studies show that nearly everyone can become heart healthy by:

* following a proper diet.
* following an appropriate exercise program.
* following a routine health care plan.
* eliminating tobacco products.

Most important to toppling cardiovascular diseases as the number one cause of disability and death, is early detection and early treatment.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Cardiovascular disease: Disease affecting the heart or blood vessels.

Cardiovascular diseases include arteriosclerosis, coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, arrhythmia, heart failure, hypertension, orthostatic hypotension, shock, endocarditis, diseases of the aorta and its branches, disorders of the peripheral vascular system, and congenital heart disease.