The wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has expressed deep concern over the growing number of cardiovascular-related deaths in Nigeria.
Dr. Soludo, who is also the founder of the health advocacy initiative Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo, urged Nigerians to adopt more deliberate and disciplined medical and lifestyle practices.
She stressed that preventive healthcare must be prioritized to reduce the alarming rate of heart-related fatalities.
According to her, the neglect of routine medical check-ups and heart health assessments has contributed significantly to the rise in cardiovascular diseases nationwide.
She identified heart failure, cardiac arrest, and stroke as some of the most common and deadly conditions affecting Nigerians.
Quoting reports from the World Health Organisation (WHO), Dr. Soludo noted that cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death globally, accounting for more than 17.9 million deaths annually.
She observed that in Nigeria, deaths linked to cardiovascular illnesses are increasing rapidly due to poor health-seeking behaviour, inadequate medical checks, negligence, and ignorance.
Importance of Early Detection
Speaking further, Dr. Soludo explained that cardiovascular deaths often occur suddenly and are difficult to manage once the diseases reach acute stages.
“Early detection and prompt medical intervention are critical in reducing fatalities,” she said.
She emphasized that many cardiovascular diseases are preventable if risk factors such as tobacco use, unhealthy diets, obesity, physical inactivity, and harmful alcohol consumption are reduced.
Reiterating the importance of lifestyle choices, the First Lady encouraged regular physical exercise, balanced nutrition, and the consumption of healthy, organic foods.
She also advised individuals with a family history of cardiovascular diseases to be especially mindful of their health decisions.
“Those with hereditary risks must adopt lifestyles that do not aggravate their conditions,” she stated.
Dr. Soludo disclosed that one of the core objectives of her NGO, Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo, is to promote a sustainable philosophy of well-being that remains ingrained in public consciousness.
She explained that the initiative is designed to help individuals avoid preventable diseases, including those arising from cardiovascular complications and poor dietary habits.
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