JOHANNESBURG - Non-communicable diseases like diabetes and heart attacks are increasing globally, especially in low and middle-income countries.
These chronic diseases are a major cause of deaths worldwide, accounting for about 74 percent of all fatalities.
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Experts say in order to prevent heart disease, you need to adopt a healthy lifestyle, geared towards just that.
Aspen Pharmacare's Dr Stavros Nicolaou, unpacks some tips to help you protect your heart.