1.4M
people die every year from CVD in the region
Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in the Middle East and North Africa region, responsible for more than one third of all deaths, or 1.4 million people every year.
Deaths attributed to cardiovascular diseases range from 40% of total deaths in Oman to 10% in Somalia.
The total number of CVD deaths has risen by 48% in the last 30 years
The burden of obesity in the region more than doubled between 2000 and 2019
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Saving lives from often silent but serious pulmonary hypertension – World Hypertension Day
Today is #PulmonaryHypertensionDay, a moment to raise awareness about pulmonary hypertension (PH). Because its early symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, and dizziness, are frequently misunderstood, PH is frequently diagnosed only in advanced stages. PH, wherein the arteries carrying blood to the lungs develop increased blood pressure, affects both the lungs and the heart. […]
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Pulmonary Hypertension Day 2025: A Patient Advocate’s Perspective
Pulmonary hypertension is a life-altering condition that often goes undetected until it’s advanced. This Pulmonary Hypertension Day, let’s shine a light on this silent disease, support early diagnosis, and stand with those living with it every day. Awareness saves lives, because breath is not something we can take for granted. To mark Pulmonary Hypertension Day […]
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WHF Statement on Health Systems Strengthening and Financing for NCDs
The following statement was prepared by the World Heart Federation in response to the UN Multistakeholder Hearing on NCD’s panel discussion on Reshaping and Strengthening Health Systems and All Forms of Financing to Meet the Needs of People Living With and at Risk of Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health Conditions. Distinguished delegates, colleagues and […]
WHF President Prof. Jagat Narula Delivers Key Statement at UN Hearing on NCDs and Mental Health
This statement was delivered by Prof. Jagat Narula, President of the World Heart Federation, at the UN Multistakeholder Hearing on NCDs in response to a panel discussion on Tackling the Determinants of Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health and Well-Being Through Multisectoral and Effective Governance and Collaborative Action. Distinguished delegates, colleagues and partners, Cardiovascular disease remains […]
