16 Questions
What percentage of total global deaths are expected to be due to chronic diseases by 2030?
70%
What is the estimated number of people affected by secondhand smoke every day?
22 million
What is a major risk factor for heart attack, stroke, and cancer?
Tobacco use
What is associated with hypertension, coronary heart disease, and ischemic stroke?
Alcohol dependence
What is the single greatest cause of preventable death globally?
Tobacco
How many chemicals are in one stick of cigarette?
400 chemicals
What is the primary function of cholesterol in the body?
To form and maintain cell membranes
Which of the following is a risk factor for hypertension?
Consuming high amounts of salt
What is the primary consequence of atherosclerosis in the coronary arteries?
Blockage of blood supply to the heart
What is the result of ischemia in the heart?
Myocardial infarction or heart attack
What is the most significant risk factor for heart disease for both men and women?
Lack of exercise
Which of the following cardiac markers is most specific to cardiac muscle damage?
Troponin
What is the primary mechanism by which hypertension increases the risk of heart disease?
Increased blood pressure damages the coronary arteries, leading to atherosclerosis
What is the primary goal of angioplasty and stenting in the treatment of ischemic heart disease?
To improve blood flow to the heart muscle
Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for ischemic heart disease?
Sedentary lifestyle
What is the term for a blood pressure category with a systolic pressure of less than 90 mmHg and a diastolic pressure of less than 60 mmHg?
Hypotension
Explore the impact of unhealthy habits on chronic diseases, including cardiovascular conditions, diabetes, respiratory diseases, and cancers. Learn about the global burden of disease and its attributions.
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