Heart Specialist Reports Significant Surge in Heart Disease Cases by 45 Percent
Yakutia, a region in Russia, has seen a significant increase in cardiovascular diseases (CVD) over the past five years. According to Dr. Elena Kylbanova, the main cardiologist of the Ministry of Health of Yakutia, the incidence of CVD has risen by 45% compared to five years ago [1].
This increase, while concerning, is also a positive indication of increased screening and preventive measures. Dr. Kylbanova suggests that the rise in CVD can be seen as a positive indication of good detection rates, as patients are undergoing screening and preventive examinations [2].
Several factors contribute to the increased risk of CVD in Yakutia. Heredity plays a role, as does smoking, alcohol abuse, low physical activity, obesity, and diabetes [3]. Smoking causes vasospasm, increased blood pressure, blood clotting, increased heart rate, and chronic tissue hypoxia, which can increase the risk of CVD [4]. Chronic tissue hypoxia, a result of smoking, can elevate the risk of CVD [5].
Alcohol abuse, obesity, and diabetes are also significant risk factors for CVD in Yakutia. Alcohol abuse can lead to high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, and damage to the heart muscle [6]. Obesity increases the risk of CVD by causing high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and diabetes [7]. Diabetes, a condition characterised by high blood sugar levels, can damage the blood vessels and the heart [8].
In an effort to combat this rising trend, Yakutia is hosting a week of heart health awareness from August 11 to 15 to mark World Heart Day. The awareness week is taking place on various platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Twitter, and local news outlets [9]. Medical professionals in Yakutia are sharing information with the media during this week to educate the public about heart health and prevent CVD.
Prevention of CVD in Yakutia involves quitting harmful habits, particularly smoking, and adopting a healthier lifestyle. This includes regular exercise, a balanced diet, and avoiding excessive alcohol consumption [10]. Medication is also reducing complications such as heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure in Yakutia [11].
The impact of these prevention measures has been significant. Thanks to the planned work in Yakutia, mortality from CVD has decreased by 18% over the past five years [12]. This decrease in mortality is attributed to the planned work and medication.
In conclusion, the rise of CVD in Yakutia is closely tied to lifestyle changes disrupting traditional gene-diet interactions, leading to increased inflammation and metabolic disease, which in turn elevate cardiovascular risk and mortality. Prevention strategies focus on culturally and genetically tailored nutritional advice, lifestyle modifications, and resources for early disease detection and management.
Science suggests that the rise in cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in Yakutia could be a positive indication of good detection rates, as patients are undergoing more screening and preventive examinations, according to Dr. Elena Kylbanova. To combat this trend, Yakutia is focusing on preventive measures such as quitting smoking and adopting a healthier lifestyle, which is part of the health-and-wellness movement, as well as promoting medical-conditions education for CVD prevention.
