Very interesting post. I enjoyed reading about the various biomarkers and the drugs. Although I wished there were more details associated with the drugs. But I understand that you can't cover it in one post.
On a separate note I have been thinking that almost everything you can think of from genetics to diet to psychological stress is a risk factor for CVD. What I was wondering is that if there is a common crossover point psychologically on how they all lead to CVD (for instance inflammation).
Affirmatively there is. Though I highlighted it in the previous article prior this but didn't expatiate it. However, now I have to.
Psychology actually has a huge link to cardiovascular disease. Most Psychological factors that have been known are mainly stress, anxiety, depression, and coping styles have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
They actually can contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease because they affect the individual's behavior and lifestyle, as well as biological processes such as inflammation and hormonal regulation. Someone who is emotionally depressed for example can decide to be withdrawn from the general society, engage sedentary lifestyle that can further complicate issues.
Naturally happiness is has a way of releasing wellness hormones like endorphins. The reverse is the case in depression state, anxiety and worries release stress hormones like the cortisol which is a catabolic hormone.
Psychology do have a role for sure.
Thanks for these lovely contribution.