Heart Attack and Stroke updated version.pptx

its an uodated version of a ppt that i created myslef, short and concise for 15 minutes

1. Heart Attack and Stroke

2. What is Cardiovascular Disease ( CVD ) ? - Heart attack and stroke resulting from a reduced blood supply to the heart and brain. Heart Disease is the #1 killer in the U.S. Stroke is the #5 killer in the U.S. stroke remains #2 leading cause of death  and one of the top five leading causes of disability in the Philippines (From 2009 to 2019). Ischaemic heart diseases, neoplasms and cerebrovascular diseases are the top three causes of death of Filipinos. Ischemic heart diseases were the main cause of death from January to December 2022

3. A heart attack occurs when there is a sudden, complete blockage of a coronary artery that supplies blood to an area of the heart. As a result, some of the heart muscle begins to die. Without early medical treatment this damage can be permanent.

4. Symptoms of Heart Attack -Heart attack symptoms vary. Not all heart attacks begin with a sudden, crushing pain that is often shown on TV or in the movies. The warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack aren’t the same for everyone. Many heart attacks start slowly as mild pain or discomfort. Some people don’t have symptoms at all, this is called a; Silent Heart Attack: Some heart attacks are "silent" and may not have noticeable symptoms. They are more common in older adults and people with diabetes.

5. Wh at is a stroke? A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is interrupted by a blocked (clot) or burst blood vessel.

6. 7/22/2024 DISEASE PRESENTATION 8

7. 7/22/2024 DISEASE PRESENTATION 9 Ischemic stroke is the most common form of stroke, accounting for around 85% of strokes. The ruptures can be caused by conditions such as hypertension, trauma, blood-thinning medications and aneurysms (weaknesses in blood vessel walls).

8. Symptoms of Stroke Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination Sudden, severe headaches with no known cause FAST Test: The FAST acronym is commonly used to help identify the signs of stroke: F ace drooping, A rm weakness, S peech difficulty, T ime to call emergency services.

9. Here are the factors and habits that can contribute to heart attacks and strokes: Smoking Poor diet Lack of Exercise High blood pressure (hypertension) High cholesterol Diabetes Stress Alcohol consumption Illegal drug use Family history Age and gender

10. Where can you start?

11. More Steps for preventing heart attacks and strokes by managing risk factors and maintaining overall cardiovascular health Quit smoking Eat a heart-healthy diet Exercise regularly Maintain a healthy weight Manage stress Control blood pressure Manage cholesterol levels Control diabetes Limit alcohol consumption Avoid illegal drugs Get regular check-ups Know your family history

12. "So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.“ -1 Corinthians 10:31