Topic 14: Cardiovascular Disease: Fundamentals and Cultural Variations

As a leading cause of mortality worldwide, cardiovascular disease is deeply intertwined with daily behavior, systemic equity, and lifestyle. In this topic, you will analyze the pathology of heart disease and evaluate how risk compounds across the lifespan due to developmental, physiological, and psychological variables. We will investigate the clear cultural variations in cardiovascular incidence and critique how health behaviors, structural inequalities, and modern medical treatment options impact survival rates across diverse socio-economic and cultural communities.

Prevalence and Pathology of Cardiovascular Disease

Cultural Variations in Incidence

Developmental Issues in Cardiovascular Disease

Physiological and Psychological Correlates

Health Behaviors and Treatment Options