Awareness session organised in Haripur to observe World Mental Health Day. PHOTO: EXPRESS
The World Heart Day was observed in Pakistan and across the globe on Sunday to create awareness about prevention and control of cardiovascular disease.
This year theme of the day is 'Use Heart for Action'.
The day featured events aiming to raise awareness of cardiovascular diseases (CVD).
According to WHO, CVDs are the number one cause of death globally.
Noted cardiovascular surgeon Dr Parvaiz told APP that a healthy diet with a low quantity of fat, and weight reduction, can play an important role in the decrease in heart problems.
People should avoid junk food, smoking and alcohol to live a healthy life," he said.
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