In a joint message with doctor Altin Veshti, the head of Cardiology Ward surgery, on the World Heart Day, the Minister of Health and Social Protection Albana Koçiu appealed everyone not to neglect regular heart medical checkups as the only way to ensure early detection and prevention of heart diseases.

Doctor Altin Veshti underlined that everyone in their late 40s and 50s should undergo at least one heart checkup and take positive steps to care for their hearts in order to prevent cardiovascular diseases.

The most important behavioral risk factors of heart disease and stroke are unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, use of tobacco and alcohol.

“Early detection of the risks would avoid heart diseases and health complications,” dr. Veshti added.

These risks factors can be measured in primary care facilities and indicate an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure and other complications. Identifying those at a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases and ensuring they receive appropriate treatment can prevent premature deaths.

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