Healthy heart-prevention and care of our heart

A healthy heart ensures efficient circulation, supports physical activity, and enhances quality of life. Understanding and implementing preventive measures can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease, leading to longer, healthier lives. This presentation will explore essential aspects of heart health, including anatomy, common diseases, risk factors, prevention, and care strategies.

1. Heart Health: Prevention and Care Dr Sunny singhal

2. Introduction The heart is the vital organ that sustains life by pumping blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients while removing waste products. Maintaining heart health is crucial for overall well-being, as cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally. A healthy heart ensures efficient circulation, supports physical activity, and enhances quality of life. 2

3. Common Heart Diseases Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Heart Attack Heart Failure Arrhythmias 3 Some common heart disease are:

4. Function of the Heart 1. Blood Circulation Pulmonary Circulation Systemic Circulation 2. Heartbeat Regulation Electrical Conduction System 4

5. Cardiac Output 4. Nutrient and Waste Transport Oxygen and Nutrients Delivery Waste Removal 3. Maintaining Blood Pressure

6. Prevention Strategies Healthy Diet: Nutrient-Rich Foods, Low in Saturated Fats Regular Physical Activity Smoking Cessation Limiting Alcohol Intake 6

7. Diagnosis and Screening Blood Tests Electrocardiogram (ECG) Echocardiogram Stress Tests

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