CHD - CS Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
Number of people affected by CHD worldwide
A
around 400,000 every year
1/4 of UK deaths
2
Q
What physical factors influence CHD
A
Air quality
Climate
Relief
Topography
3
Q
Socio - economic factors influencing CHD
A
Tobacco and alcohol use
Existing health problems
Nutrition
Lack of physical activity
4
Q
Which existing health problems worsen CHD
A
High blood pressure
High Cholesterol
Diabetes
Obesity
5
Q
How much higher is CHD mortality in smokers
A
60%
6
Q
What percentage of CHD is caused by excessive alcohol
A
2%
7
Q
What percentage of CHD is caused by physical inactivity
A
20%
8
Q
How much does the British heart foundation aim to invest over 10 years
A
£1 billion
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