What a Cardiologist Can Do for You
Did you know that cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of death worldwide? Cardiovascular diseases are prevalent in the UAE because of the presence of risk factors. For instance, lack of physical activity, unhealthy diet, tobacco use, etc. People in the UAE suffer from cardiovascular diseases earlier than the rest of the world. Individuals with conditions like high blood pressure raised glucose, obesity, and increased blood lipids have a...
Cardiology: Stroke (Symptoms and Prevention)
A stroke occurs when there’s a disruption or reduction of blood supply to any part of your brain. This restricts nutrients and oxygen from reaching your brain tissues; brain cells start to die within minutes. A stroke is considered a medical emergency that requires quick intervention; prompt treatment can reduce brain damage and other complications. About 1 in every 4 people globally have a stroke; it is the world’s number...
