These conditions disproportionately affect our communities, leading to premature morbidity and mortality but are also among the most preventable and manageable with the right care.
Ethnic minorities are up to twice as likely to die of CVD, relative to White adults. These conditions, including heart attacks and strokes, are leading causes of death within our communities. Prioritizing early detection, management, and awareness is essential.
Did you know ethnic minorities are almost twice as likely to suffer from diabetes? The complications from diabetes, including heart disease, kidney failure, and vision loss, can be severe, making early detection, effective management, and education crucial.
Black an ethnic minorities are diagnosed with hypertension earlier in life, with 30% higher risk of fatal stroke, 50% higher risk of CVD mortality, and more than 4 times higher risk of end-stage renal disease. Management & education are crucial to improving health outcomes.
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