According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa, specific types of heart disease such as rheumatic or congenital heart disease are caused by infection or birth defects. However, most causes of heart disease result from damage to the heart and blood vessels over time. Many factors can increase the chance of heart disease such as:
- Pollution
- Stress
- Smoking
- Diet
- Lack of physical activity
- Body weight
- Use of alcohol
- Diabetes
- High cholesterol
- Blood pressure
The Link pharmacy group has been synonymous with ‘good health’ for decades. We welcome the opportunity to help you reduce the risk of heart disease. Our offering includes quick, non-invasive screenings to check your blood pressure, sugar levels (diabetes), and BMI (Body Mass Index). We can also provide lifestyle and nutritional tips, and even help you to quit smoking.
Sources:
- https://www.heartfoundation.co.za/causes-of-heart-disease/
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20353118
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