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Cardiovascular diseases

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Menopause – The Missed Health and Business Opportunity – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1177

The blog discusses the significant care gap for menopausal women in Pakistan, highlighting low awareness and treatment rates despite high symptom prevalence. It emphasizes the health risks associated with menopause, such as cardiovascular disease and mental health issues, and calls for strategic actions to improve women’s mid-life health care, underscoring both moral and market opportunities.
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New Information on Statins and Cardiovascular Risk – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1169

Asrar Qureshi’s blog post discusses new cardiovascular risk estimation equations released by the American Heart Association, known as PREVENT. These models show lower risk estimates than previous Pooled Cohort Equations, resulting in fewer patients qualifying for statin therapy. The changes aim to improve precision, reduce overtreatment, and promote equity in cardiovascular care.
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Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Aging Population 2 – Solutions – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1168

Asrar Qureshi’s blog post discusses strategies to address the care gap for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in aging populations, particularly in developing nations like Pakistan. It emphasizes reinventing chronic care, enhancing infrastructure, investing in workforce training, and leveraging data. Urgent action is needed for equitable and effective health systems to support the elderly.
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Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Aging Population 1 – Challenges – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1167

Asrar Qureshi’s blog post discusses the impending crisis of aging populations and the rising burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) in low- and middle-income countries. With healthcare systems ill-equipped to manage chronic conditions, the care gap poses significant social and economic challenges, emphasizing the urgent need for effective long-term healthcare solutions.
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Understanding Women’s Health Gap – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #995

Asrar Qureshi’s Pharma Veterans blog discusses the health gap between men and women and its impact on society and the economy. McKinsey Health Institute’s research reveals country-specific data on women’s health issues, highlighting the need for focused policies and resources. The data also emphasizes the significant impact of women’s health on economic productivity and well-being.
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