Compared to women, men typically experience CVD at an earlier age

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the top cause of mortality in Pakistan, according to health experts, who also noted that smoking, physical incapacity, and poor food contribute to the illness’s early onset among the country’s population.

People over 50 are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease (CVD), and the risk increases with age. According to Dr. Omar Mufti, men are more likely than women to develop CVD at an earlier age. High blood pressure and raised cholesterol can also be caused by an unhealthy diet.

In order to inspire people to embrace healthier lifestyle choices and increase awareness about heart health, Maroof Cardiovascular Center and Mari Petroleum Company organized a comprehensive Healthy Lifestyle & Heart Health Awareness Session. About 70 employees attended the in-person training at Mari Petroleum Company, while an additional 40 participated electronically.

According to Dr. Omar Idrees Mufti, the head of the Maroof Cardiovascular Center, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) account for 17.9 million deaths worldwide each year.

High blood pressure, high low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, secondhand smoke exposure, obesity, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity are the main risk factors for CVD and stroke, according to Dr. Omar. He emphasized the significance of switching to a Mediterranean diet, getting regular exercise, such as brisk walking for at least 30 minutes a day, and giving up smoking.

In addition, he emphasized the importance of routine blood pressure and blood sugar checks, especially in the morning, as critical CVD prevention measures.

During the Q&A period, Dr. Omar suggested cutting back on the consumption of deep-fried iftar foods, especially avoiding reusing frying oil during Ramadan.

The attendees conveyed their gratitude while highlighting the necessity of doing these kinds of events more regularly.

Lt. Col. Dr. Shahid Rasheed of Mari Petroleum stated, “We are thrilled to work with Maroof Int’l Hospital to promote heart health awareness and empower people to lead healthier lives.”

“By providing education and guidance on preventive measures, we aim to reduce the burden of cardiovascular diseases and improve the overall well-being of our community,” said Dr. Shahid.