Tuesday, August 29, 2017

"Disease" in the news


Vavra, Shannon. “Chronic Disease Rates up in Middle East amid Violence.” Axios, 4 Aug. 2017, www.axios.com/chronic-disease-rates-up-in-incidence-in-middle-east-amid-violence-2469160706.html. Accessed 30 Aug. 2017.

www.axios.com/chronic-disease-rates-up-in-incidence-in-middle-east-amid-violence-2469160706.html

Deaths in the middle East have grew 850% between 1990 and 2015 and this is a serious problem that needs to get more attention. The leading cause of death in the area is due to cardiovascular disease at 34%and other deaths include war, terrorism, and state punishment for crimes committed. Stresses on mental health play a huge role and has a huge link to diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Researchers say that a solution to all of these deaths is to stop all the fighting, since people need a more balanced diet, medical care, and exercise. With more help and support things can be done to save more lives.

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