Romanian cardiologist: healthy lifestyle can prevent 75% of heart diseases

Cardiologist says over 75% of heart diseases are preventable, as most cardiovascular risk factors stem from unhealthy lifestyle rather than genetics, offering potential to reduce Romania’s leading mortality cause. Cardiovascular disease causes half of Romania’s annual deaths, with rising mortality among under-65s. The government has approved a 2025–2030 national strategy focusing on prevention, early diagnosis, integrated treatment and rehabilitation. The cardiologist recommends annual blood tests and a cardiac check-up around age 40, and says healthy habits should start in childhood; symptoms like fatigue, palpitations and chest pain warrant prompt medical attention.