National Nursing Review : Nursing Study Resources & Health Tips

More and more people with cardiovascular disease. Stress and quality of life are two of the most influential factors affecting the proper functioning of our heart. Daily physical exercises help to improve circulation by increasing the amount of blood pumped and thus benefiting our heart health. Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death in the world.

Cholesterol is directly related to cardiovascular disease. It is important to know the level of cholesterol in our bodies to be aware of the risk it poses to our hearts. Experts recommend that people who have reached the age of their cholesterol levels checked once a year if no previous complications. The perfect pair is formed by the combination of a healthy and balanced diet and daily exercise. (more…)

• Arthritis has no direct effect on sexual function, arthritic symptoms can inhibit sexual function. Treatment with steroids to control arthritis can reduce sexual interest or desire.
  The progressive disfigurement may cause changes in body image.
  • Assumption pathogenic mechanism: Opposition to the stimulating effect of androgens on the brain and sex organs (caused by treatment with steroids).
• cardiovascular accident (stroke) causes no direct impairment of sexual function disorders are common even in the erection and decreased frequency of intercourse and sexual intercourse.
  • Assumption pathogenic mechanism: Changes in the role of the patient or her partner, fear of relapse or sudden death.



• Cardiovascular Disease: The deterioration of sexual functioning limits the quality of life of 34 – 75% of patients after myocardial infarction (MI). No direct physical effect on sexual function in men, although only 25% of post-MI patients regain their level of sexual activity prior to IM, 25% resumed sexual activity. Women are less likely to experience sexual problems. (more…)