- Anemia: Symptoms - Fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath. Prevention - Eat iron-rich foods, take iron supplements if needed, treat underlying causes.
- Hypotension: Symptoms - Dizziness, fainting, blurred vision. Prevention - Stay hydrated, eat small frequent meals, avoid standing up too quickly.
- Hypertension: Symptoms - Headaches, shortness of breath, nosebleeds (often asymptomatic). Prevention - Reduce salt intake, exercise regularly, manage stress, limit alcohol.
- Leukemia: Symptoms - Fatigue, frequent infections, easy bruising/bleeding. Prevention - Avoid smoking, limit exposure to chemicals/radiation, maintain healthy weight.
- Atherosclerosis: Symptoms - Chest pain, shortness of breath, leg pain. Prevention - Healthy diet low in saturated fats, regular exercise, quit smoking, control cholesterol and blood pressure.
- Varicose veins: Symptoms - Swollen, twisted veins, aching legs, heaviness. Prevention - Exercise regularly, avoid prolonged standing/sitting, elevate legs, wear compression stockings.
- Stroke: Symptoms - Sudden numbness/weakness, confusion, trouble speaking, vision problems, severe headache. Prevention - Control blood pressure, quit smoking, manage diabetes, exercise, eat healthy.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of cardiovascular worksheet.
