The Society Dominican of cardiology warned that many people continue to die from diseases Cardiovascular due to bad life habits.
The president of the entity, Rosa Cueto, He pointed out that consumption excessive fat, sugars and flour, along with the lack of activity Physics and uncontrolled stress, contribute to the increase in these conditions.
Cueto recalled that diseases Cardiovascular They are still the main cause of death both globally and in the Republic Dominican. Among the main risk factors mentioned the hypertensionthe obesity and overweight.
“More than 30% of the population Dominican suffers from hypertensionwhich significantly increases the risk of complications Cardiovascular“The specialist warned.
The statements were offered during the day “Pedaling For you Heart“, an initiative of the Society Dominican of cardiology to promote healthy lifestyles. More than 500 people toured several streets of the National District as part of the activity.
Cueto reported that during FebruaryMonth of the Heartseveral walks and activities will be carried out with the aim of raising awareness of population about the importance of preventing diseases Cardiovascular through healthy habits.
