Are You at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease? Risk factors include:
- Excess weight – 20 lbs. or more
- Postmenopausal
- Family history of heart attacks or strokes
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Smoking
- Excessive alcohol use
- Diabetes
- Inactive lifestyle
- Stress
Take Action
Talk with your doctor about your individual risk factors and what you can do to lower your risk for heart disease.
Prevention Strategies:
- Get regular medical screenings for blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol.
- Make lifestyle adjustments including diet, smoking cessation, stress reduction and exercise.
- Know your numbers - It's important to know your cholesterol level and blood pressure and to understand what the numbers mean.
- Take your prescribed medication as recommended by your cardiologist.