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Define the following terms:
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Cardiovascular Disease

A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels, such as coronary artery disease, hypertension, and stroke, often related to a buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries.

Stroke

A medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients.

Arteriosclerosis

A condition characterised by the thickening, hardening, and loss of elasticity of the walls of arteries, leading to restricted blood flow.

Hypertension

A chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.

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