Heart disease remains the leading cause of mortality in the Philippines Heart disease remains the leading cause of mortality in the Philippines, claiming thousands of lives each year. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), ischemic heart diseases have consistently ranked as the top cause of death in the country, accounting for 19 percent of total deaths in 2023. This high mortality rate is mainly attributed to lifestyle factors prevalent among Filipinos, such as smoking, obesity, diabetes, hypertension, excessive alcohol use, and physical inactivity.
In response to this pressing public health concern, The Medical City (TMC) is stepping up as a leader in the fight against cardiovascular diseases with the launch of its comprehensive cardiovascular health campaign, “One Heart, One City: United in Heart Health.” This initiative underscores TMC’s commitment to improving heart health for every Filipino through a robust cardiac care program that spans prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. TMC Cardiovascular Institute: A leader in cardiac care TMC’s Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) stands at the forefront of cardiovascular care in the Philippines, offering integrated, multidisciplinary, and state-of-the-art services to address the multitude of cardiac diseases affecting the country.
As proof of this leadership, TMC Ortigas’ Heart Attack Program, or the Acute Myocardial Infarction Clinical Care Program, is the first of its kind to be accredited by the Joi.