Anambra firstlady Advocates Urgent Action to Combat Rising Cardiovascular Deaths

In a recent address in Awka, the wife of Anambra State Governor, Mrs. Nonye Soludo, has raised alarm over the alarming increase in deaths related to cardiovascular diseases, emphasizing the need for enhanced medical and societal interventions.

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Mrs. Soludo highlighted that the rising rates of these life-threatening conditions are exacerbated by a lack of routine heart check-ups among many individuals. This oversight has contributed significantly to the prevalence of severe cardiovascular issues, such as heart failure and stroke.

During her speech, she underscored the urgency of understanding that cardiovascular disease fatalities can occur swiftly and without warning, particularly during acute episodes.

“Many cardiovascular conditions can be prevented by tackling behavioral risk factors,” stated Mrs. Soludo. She pointed to tobacco use, unhealthy diets, obesity, physical inactivity, and excessive alcohol consumption as leading contributors to heart disease.

Mrs. Soludo urged caution regarding the intake of cholesterol-laden foods, fats, and junk diets, while advocating for the inclusion of more fruits and vegetables in daily nutrition to bolster heart health.

She reiterated the vital role of adopting a healthy lifestyle as a preventative measure against cardiovascular fatalities, emphasizing that regular exercise and nutritious eating should go hand-in-hand with proactive heart health screenings.

Moreover, Mrs. Soludo advised individuals with hereditary predispositions to heart diseases to remain vigilant about their health habits and to avoid lifestyles that could worsen existing risks.

She further stated, “According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases rank as the leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for an estimated 17.9 million fatalities each year. Alarmingly, in Nigeria, deaths from cardiovascular diseases have been doubling annually, driven by factors such as inadequate medical screenings, negligence, and widespread ignorance.”

Mrs. Soludo’s call to action resonates as a crucial reminder of the importance of prioritizing heart health in our communities.