Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Cardiovascular Disease

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University of Leeds

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Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Cardiovascular Disease

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Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Cardiovascular Disease

The course Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Cardiovascular Disease is an online class provided by University of Leeds through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Explore how the cardiovascular system works, and how to lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases.

Course description

Understand the causes and management of cardiovascular disease
2 weeks

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide – so understanding what causes them and how to manage their risk factors is vital for positive public and personal health.
On this course, you’ll learn about how the cardiovascular system functions, examining the causes and symptoms of common cardiovascular diseases like heart attacks and strokes, as well as current management and prevention strategies.
You’ll learn about blood pressure (and how to control it), as well as the role of blood sugar in cardiovascular disease and diabetes. You’ll also identify the role socio-economic factors play in the development of cardiovascular diseases.

The anatomy of the heart, arteries, veins and the composition of blood
Cardiovascular diseases, and how they can develop and progress over time
Statistical trends in cardiovascular disease over the decades and across the world
The two most common risk factors for the development of cardiovascular diseases: high blood pressure and high glucose levels
Causes, risk factors and basic management of high blood pressure and diabetes
Basic treatment options (medications and interventions) for hypertension and diabetes
The socio-economic impact of hypertension and diabetes

The course is suitable for anyone with a general interest in the science behind the causes of human disease. No previous knowledge or experience is required.
If you work in nursing, healthcare or social care, or want to work in these fields, this course is designed to support you as a professional. By completing all aspects of the course you will have achieved 14 hours of CPD time.

University of Leeds
As one of the UK’s largest research-based universities, the University of Leeds is a member of the prestigious Russell Group and a centre of excellence for teaching.

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Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Cardiovascular Disease

Course Topic

Healthcare & Medicine

University, College, Institution

University of Leeds

Course Skill Level

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Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Cardiovascular Disease

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / University of Leeds you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.

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