Cardiorespiratory disease is the highest cause of disability

Abstract

This edition presents 11 articles from diverse disciplines, each thoroughly reviewed by three expertsin their respective fields. Our goal is for these articles to provide valuable insights, inspire readers, andserve as a reference for future studies.In this issue, the articles predominantly focus on cardiovascular function and respiration, particularlyin the elderly population. This emphasis is not surprising, as these diseases have been recognizedto cause significant functional impairments. According to WHO, cardiovascular diseases (such asischemic heart disease and stroke) and respiratory conditions (like chronic obstructive pulmonarydisease) continue to be the leading causes of death, ranking fir st and second, respectively.