Study Predicts Over 60% of American Adults Will Have Cardiovascular Disease by 2050

Aging population and rising obesity rates drive alarming projections, with significant healthcare costs anticipated.

Cardiovascular disease will affect more than 184 million American adults by 2050.
High blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes are expected to see significant increases.
Healthcare costs related to cardiovascular disease could reach $1.8 trillion by 2050.
Communities of color will face higher rates of cardiovascular disease and related risk factors.
Improved physical activity and reduced smoking rates offer some positive trends.