noun
cardiovascular disease
Medical term covering diseases of the heart and blood vessels, such as heart attack, stroke, and hypertension.
心血管疾患の予防には、適度な運動が効果的です。
Moderate exercise is effective for preventing cardiovascular disease.
喫煙は心血管疾患のリスクを高めます。
Smoking increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Compound of 心 (heart), 血管 (blood vessel), and 疾患 (disease). A modern medical term.