preventive cardiology final

Dr Esther Apio

The document introduces preventive cardiology as a proactive, patient‑centered approach to assess and mitigate cardiovascular risk. It outlines the global burden of CVD, emphasizes the high prevalence in low‑ and middle‑income countries, and discusses primordial and primary prevention. Detailed sections address lipid and blood pressure management, dietary interventions such as intermittent fasting, and the role of lifestyle modification. The material also highlights the need for dedicated training, multidisciplinary care teams, and policy initiatives to integrate preventive cardiology into routine practice.