Heart disease is a leading cause of death in modern society from "summary" of How We Die by Sherwin B Nuland
The heart is a muscle, a pump, a vital organ that sustains life. It beats ceaselessly, tirelessly, pumping blood through our bodies, carrying oxygen and nutrients to every cell. But this remarkable organ is also vulnerable, susceptible to disease, dysfunction, and ultimately, death.
In modern society, heart disease has emerged as a pervasive threat, a silent killer that claims countless lives each year. Despite advances in medical science and technology, it remains a leading cause of death, cutting short the lives of individuals from all walks of life. From the young to the old, the rich to the poor, no one is immune to the insidious effects of heart disease.
The prevalence of heart disease can be attributed to various factors, including lifestyle choices, genetics, and environmental influences. Sedentary lifestyles, poor dietary habits, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption all contribute to the development of heart disease. Additionally, genetic predispositions and environmental factors such as pollution and stress can further increase the risk of heart-...
