Quiz Questions
What are group of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels called?
Cardiovascular Disease
What are the two main types of diabetes?
Type 1 and Type 2
What does “cardiovascular” refer to in the body?
The heart and blood vessels
True or False: People with diabetes have a higher risk of heart disease.
True
What is the largest desert in the world?
The Antarctic Desert
What condition involves the hardening of arteries?
Atherosclerosis
Which type of diabetes occurs when the body doesn’t use insulin properly?
Type 2 Diabetes
What brain-related event occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted?
Stroke
What can high blood sugar damage over time?
Blood vessels and nerves
What language has the most native speakers in the world?
Mandarin Chinese
What are irregular heartbeats called?
Arrhythmias
What hormone helps regulate blood sugar levels?
Insulin
What condition is leading cause of death worldwide?
Atherosclerosis
What condition often occurs alongside diabetes and increases heart risk?
High blood pressure
Which two U.S. states do not observe Daylight Saving Time?
Hawaii and Arizona
What is diabetes primarily related to?
Glucose (sugar) processing
How does Diabetes affect blood vessels?
High blood sugar can damage blood vessels, leading to increased inflammation and cardiovascular issues.
What are the common types of Cardiovascular Disease?
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Failure
Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats)
Valve Problems
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Stroke
What are the risk factors for both conditions
• Obesity
• Lack of physical activity
• Unhealthy diet
• Smoking
• High blood pressure
• Family history
• Age (risk increases as you get older)
What year did World War II end?
1945
What type of Diabetes doesn't produce insulin?
Type 1
What are all the symptoms of Diabetes?
Increased thirst, frequent urination, extreme hunger, fatigue, blurred vision, slow-healing wounds, numbness or tingling in hands or feet.
What are the symptoms of cardiovascular Disease
• Chest pain or discomfort
• Shortness of breath
• Irregular heartbeat
• Swelling in legs, ankles, or feet
• Fatigue
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Neck, jaw, throat, or back pain
Daily Double: Managing what key factor can reduce both diabetes and heart disease risk?
Blood sugar levels
About how many miles of blood vessels are in the average adult human body?
Around 60,000 miles