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Did you know that coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States? Coronary artery disease is caused by fatty deposits of plaque that build up in your coronary arteries, the arteries that supply blood to your heart.

Blood pressure is the measure of how hard your blood pushes against the walls of your arteries as it moves through your body. When blood pressure is too high, it can damage your blood vessels, heart, and kidneys. Although high blood pressure usually can’t be cured,

High cholesterol. High blood pressure. Diabetes. Smoking. Family history. All of these things increase your risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Knowing your risk can help you and your doctor talk about whether you need to lower your risk.

Good nutrition is important at any age, but it can be especially important for older adults. The right diet can keep your body strong and lower your risk for some diseases including heart disease. But decreased appetite, a tight budget, or cooking for one might keep you from planning meals or eating as often as you used to.

Statins are a kind of medicine that can lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. People who smoke or have diabetes are at a greater risk of heart attack and stroke. Your sex, age, race, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels also play a part.

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is an irregular heartbeat that causes poor blood flow and may lead to blood clots. Anticoagulant medicines—sometimes called blood thinners—make it harder for your blood to clot. This is good because it makes you less likely to have a stroke,

Your heart is amazing—it sends blood, oxygen, and nutrients to every part of your body. Many health concerns get pushed aside during the pandemic, but your heart can’t be one of them. Get your blood pressure and cholesterol checked regularly, exercise regularly,

Heart attacks can look and feel different for each person. Symptoms might include pain, sweating, shortness of breath, nausea, and feeling lightheaded. Some people describe the feeling as “strange,” “squeezing,” or “heaviness.” If you think you or someone else might be having a heart attack,

When you walk regularly, your heart becomes stronger, your blood moves through your body better, and your lungs can take in more oxygen. Exercise can also help you lose weight, lower your blood pressure, and feel happier. Check with your doctor first if you have heart problems or you haven’t exercised recently,

It’s normal for your blood pressure to go up and down throughout the day, but if it stays high, you may be at greater risk of a stroke or heart attack. Most people can’t feel high blood pressure (called hypertension), so it’s important to check it regularly.