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Did you know 17.3 million people worldwide die from cardiovascular disease annually, and in Singapore 16 die from heart disease every day? With World Heart Day (Sep 29) upon us, it's time to get more health conscious - and curious - about the important organ.

Cardiovascular diseases, like heart attack and stroke, accounted for 30 per cent of all deaths in Singapore in 2017, according to the Singapore Heart Foundation. There’s no better time to get educated on heart health than National Heart Week on Sep 29 at Toa Payoh HDB Hub, where you can participate in free activities like a CPR Certification Course, a high-intensity cardio workout and diabetes screening.

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