A memorandum of “World Heart Day 2013” – Stroke mortality among women in Birjand, East of Iran

Abstract

Sir,

September 29 is observed as “World Heart Day” and the theme of the present year (2013) is “take the road to a healthy heart.” In continuation of the 2012 theme, the focus on prevention of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) among women and children will be reinforced in 2013, emphasizing the fact that from childhood through adulthood, we have the opportunity to prevent the burden of heart disease and ....