Coronary heart disease and ischemic stroke are two of the five leading causes of death in Hong Kong. Chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and high uric acid levels are significant risk factors affecting cardiovascular diseases. Recent local data shows that nearly 30% of the population in Hong Kong suffers from hypertension, about 10% have diabetes, and over 50% have high cholesterol.
In fact, most cardiovascular diseases are preventable. By effectively controlling risk factors, it is possible to significantly reduce or prevent serious, life-threatening diseases such as heart disease and stroke.
