When a 42-year-old marathon-running smoker survived a heart attack in 2019, his recovery became a masterclass in cardiovascular resilience. Dr. Xu Shiying, a Beijing-based cardiologist with over 20 years’ experience, shares life-saving insights ahead of World Heart Day (Sept 29). 🌍❤️
The Silent Threat You Can’t Ignore
Cardiovascular diseases claim 17.9 million lives globally yearly – that’s one death every 1.8 seconds. In China alone, 330 million people live with heart conditions. But here’s the tea: 90% of heart disease is preventable through lifestyle changes.
Myth-Busting 101
🚫 "Only old people get heart issues" → Atherosclerosis starts as early as your 20s!
🚫 "I’m fit = I’m safe" → Even athletes need regular check-ups
