World Heart Day 2021 - Know All About History, Theme, Quotes Importance, and Relevant facts Here

World Heart Day is observed on 29th of September each year to increase awareness in the public about cardiovascular diseases including their prevention and also their global impact. Read on to know more about World Heart day, its history, theme and significance.

Maria Thomas | Updated Sep 29, 2021 05:19 AM

World Heart Day 2021 - Know All About History, Theme, Quotes Importance, and Relevant facts Here

World Heart Day 2021

World Heart Day is observed on 29th of September every year all over the world. World Heart Day is celebrated to create awareness in the public about cardiovascular diseases including their prevention and also the global impact. World Heart Day was established in 1999, by the World Heart Federation (WHF) in association with the World Health Organization. World Heart Day has been observed since then, and WHF has continued to sponsor this annual event by collecting and distributing information by selecting a theme for the day every year.

What is the History of World Heart Day?

World Heart Day was established in the year 1999 by the World Heart Federation (WHF) in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO). The idea for the origin of this day was conceived by Antoni Bayes de Luna, president of World Heart Federation (WHF) from 1997-1999. Earlier World Heart Day was originally celebrated on the last Sunday of September (until 2011) with the first celebration taking place on 24th of September 2000. As per the data in the early 2000s roughly around 17 million people worldwide died from cardiovascular diseases each year.

What are the causes of Cardiovascular Diseases?

Cardiovascular diseases are often considered to affect people living in developed countries because a sedentary lifestyle is very common in such countries. There are many causes of cardiovascular diseases. The primary reasons for cardiovascular diseases could be lack of exercise, poor dietary patterns, smoking, etc. The lack of health care programs in the developing countries is often regarded as one of the major causes of concern. Cardiovascular diseases also impact the economy of the country because of the high healthcare costs associated with the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and also the lost productivity in the work.

What was the theme of World Heart Day 2019?

The theme of World Heart Day 2019 was based on the organizations asking people all around the world to be “Heart Heroes” by making or committing a promise to someone or anyone they love or care about. The agenda was based on the fact and application of a healthy lifestyle. It is a promise to eat more healthy food, to stay more active in day to day life, to say no to smoking by quitting smoking, etc. The theme of World Heart Day 2019 is as simple as “a promise for my heart, for your heart and for all our hearts” to stay safe and to prevent all from cardiovascular diseases

What is the theme of World Heart Day 2020?

This year the theme of World Heart Day is more significant as it has fallen in between the global health emergency situation caused by the outbreak of the Covid-19 virus (pandemic). No one knows what course this pandemic will take in future but what we do know is that taking care of our hearts is more important now than ever. The theme this year is “Use your heart to beat CVD” (cardiovascular diseases). CVD is the most known cause of death on Earth. It could be because of various issues such as smoking, diabetes, high B.P., unhealthy dietary patterns, pollution etc. Using your heart is about using your head to understand about living a healthy life with a healthy heart; about using your influence to set an example for your loved ones; and about compassion to look beyond just yourself and think about ways to support the most vulnerable in society.

What is the theme of World Heart Day 2021?

This year the theme of World Heart Day 2021 is to make use of the digital power in the world of health to improve and enhance awareness, prevention and management of Cardiovascular disease globally. It is no surprise that this year the theme of World Heart Day 2021 is surrounding the Cardiovascular disease. The CVD or Cardiovascular disease is one of the number one diseases that has caused many deaths approximately 18.6 million deaths a year. The cause of CVD varies from smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity, to even air pollution. It is hoped that the theme of World Heart Day 2021 would create ample awareness amongst all about the seriousness of the disease CVD.

Quotes for World Heart Day

“Do what it takes to start, to have a healthy heart”

“No one can beat a healthy heart”

“Take care of your heart and don’t let it fall apart”

“To feel good from your head to your feet keep a healthy heart beat”

“Minimise red meat to keep a healthy heart beat”

“Let’s have a heart to heart about heart diseases”

“We are in a current situation where weight and extreme weight and heart disease is the biggest killer in the world today”

“Let’s defeat the heart diseases, let’s defeat, and keep a healthy heart beat’

“The medical history says that the most useful ways to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases are through healthy diet and exercises.”

“”Seeds and nuts are indispensable for cardiovascular health. The protective properties of nuts against coronary heart disease were first recognized in the early 1990s and a strong body of literature has followed it confirming the original findings”

“Think about it: Heart disease and diabetes, which account for more deaths in the US and worldwide than anything else combined, are completely preventable by making some comprehensive lifestyle changes. Without drugs and or surgery"

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World Heart Day - FAQs

1. What is World Heart Day?

World Heart Day is observed on 29th of September every year as annual observance to create public awareness about the cardiovascular diseases and their prevention

2. How is World Heart Day celebrated?

World Heart Day is celebrated by Government as well as non- government organizations to promote awareness about Heart and its related issues by organizing various concerts, activities, seminars, etc

3. What are major types of Cardiovascular Disease?

Coronary Artery disease caused by buildup of plaque in the arteries supplying blood from the body to the heart

Peripheral Artery disease caused by the buildup of plaque in the arteries supplying blood from the heart to the arms and legs of body

4. What are the common heart diseases?

Coronary artery disease, strokes, peripheral artery disease, etc are some of the most common heart diseases which could be prevented by following fitness regime and healthy lifestyle.

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