White men over 50 most vulnerable to cardiovascular diseases – study reveals
One hypothesis regarding a possible explanation for the discrepancy is based on the theory that socioeconomic status may be a driving force behind CVD, as wealthier people in South Africa, historically people of European descent, have the means to afford and adopt lifestyles that contribute to the increased risk of lifestyle diseases such as obesity, hypercholesterolaemia and diabetes, which are associated with a higher risk to develop CVD.
Factors that have been associated with a higher risk for atherosclerosis include the use of tobacco, hypertension, elevated cholesterol, obesity, HIV infection and diabetes. According to him, cardiovascular diseases are reportedly the leading cause of mortality worldwide, while diseases of the circulatory system account for nearly a fifth of all deaths in South Africa.
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