Cardiovascular diseases rise during Greek financial crisis

Hospital admissions for cardiovascular diseases increased during the Greek financial crisis, according to two studies from Athens. Dr Alexios Samentzas said: “Greece plunged into an economic crisis in 2008 and since then there have been rises in unemployment, wage reductions and a fall in standard of living. Previous studies have shown that cardiovascular disease is more frequent during crises such as wars and natural disasters.” Topics: Heart Failure (HF)
Source: ESC News and Press - Category: Cardiology Source Type: news