Cardio Trends in the Arab World
The study highlights that cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide, with a significant increase in cases and fatalities in 2023 compared to 1990, reaching 626 million cases and 19.1 million deaths. Although the age-standardized mortality rate has decreased by 12%, population growth and aging in the Arab world have led to a rise in the total number of heart attacks and strokes, placing additional pressure on healthcare systems. The report indicates that most risk factors, such as high blood pressure and cholesterol, are modifiable; however, the challenge lies in raising awareness, implementing strict anti-smoking laws, and developing prevention and treatment services—especially as obesity and diabetes continue to spread. Therefore, a focus on prevention through legislation and the development of healthcare infrastructure has become essential to reduce the ongoing burden of heart diseases in the region.
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