Understand your heart health risk factors
At risk for heart disease?
Heart disease comes in many forms and can affect people of any age, gender, or ethnicity. In fact, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. The more you can learn about your heart health, the better. Knowledge is truly powerful medicine that helps you understand your risks and take action to lessen your potential for problems. It can lead to early detection, and most importantly, to early treatment and better outcomes.
Take this quick assessment to:
- Understand symptoms, causes, and types of heart disease
- Determine your risk factors for developing heart disease
- Learn which lifestyle factors can increase or decrease your risk
A key to taking control of your heart health is knowing your risk factors. Once you identify your unique risk factors for heart disease, you can talk to your doctor about lifestyle changes that could have a positive impact on your risk.
Some risk factors are outside of your control. These include your family history and age. Other risk factors can be controlled through lifestyle changes, including hypertension, high cholesterol, and unhealthy weight.
Learn more about heart care at Mercy Medical Center
To find a cardiologist, cardiovascular specialist, or primary care physician (PCP), please call (209) 600-0391 or use our Find a Doctor search tool.