Tag: cardiovascular
Healing the Heart – Reflections of a Cardiac Unit Nurse in the Wake of World Heart Day
Cardiovascular disease is becoming a healthcare crisis and is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in every part of the world. It affects individuals [more…]
Gut Microbiota – A New Modifiable Risk Factor for Metabolic Disease
The human gut microbiota refers to the 100 trillion microbes that reside in the human colon. Not only are they astounding in their number, but [more…]
Mortality Due to Cardiovascular Diseases – Is Mediterranean Diet Helpful?
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the first major cause of death globally. According to World Health Organization, in 2008, 17.3 million people died of CVDs, representing [more…]
