Hurricane Isaac: A Whirlwind of Cardiovascular Risk?

- Written by Mayowa Adebiyi, GlobalData's analyst covering Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disorders.

Hurricane Isaac caused significant damage along the US Gulf Coast, affecting Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. Although it moved at a relatively slow speed, the massive storm brought extensive rainfall and storm surges, resulting in widespread flooding and power outages. However, according to newly released evidence, harm caused by Hurricane Isaac may well extend beyond the expected.