Heart disease — including coronary artery disease, angina, heart attacks, congestive heart failure and high blood pressure — is one of the most prevalent health concerns for men and women in America.
But the good news is that you have the power to help prevent heart disease and heart attack. You can significantly reduce your personal risk by making simple lifestyle changes, such as increasing your physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking and eating a diet that’s low in saturated fat and cholesterol and high in fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
To learn if you are at risk for heart disease, take the heart health assessment quiz.
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External Resources
- American Heart Association
- Congenital Heart Disease
- The Mended Hearts Support Group
- National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
- American Heart Association’s Women’s Website
HealthPartners provides these links as a convenience and for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the content of these sites, nor does this listing constitute any endorsement. If you have medical or health concerns, please consult your health care professional for advice.
Minnesota Resources
HealthPartners Clinics cardiology specialists
Regions Hospital Heart Center
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