Case Study: Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) (AQA A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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How many deaths does CHD cause worldwide each year?
How many deaths does CHD cause worldwide each year?
9.5 million
Which region has the highest CHD mortality rates?
Which region has the highest CHD mortality rates?
Eastern Europe
What percentage of CHD deaths involve lifestyle risk factors?
What percentage of CHD deaths involve lifestyle risk factors?
75-85%
How many CHD deaths does smoking cause annually in the UK?
How many CHD deaths does smoking cause annually in the UK?
20,000
What % of heart attacks worldwide are due to hypertension?
What % of heart attacks worldwide are due to hypertension?
47%
What % of US CHD mortality results from physical inactivity?
What % of US CHD mortality results from physical inactivity?
35%
How much higher is CHD risk for women with Type 2 diabetes?
How much higher is CHD risk for women with Type 2 diabetes?
3-5 times
What is the total yearly cost of CHD to the UK economy?
What is the total yearly cost of CHD to the UK economy?
£19 billion
When is World Heart Day held each year?
When is World Heart Day held each year?
29 September
What is the primary function of statins in CHD treatment?
What is the primary function of statins in CHD treatment?
Reduce cholesterol levels