You are at increased risk of developing coronary artery disease (CAD) if you have
any of the following:
- A history of high cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Smoking
- High blood pressure
- Being overweight
There are also some risk factors that cannot be avoided—menopause,
aging, or having a family history of heart disease. Additionally, men are also at
higher risk than women.
You can have a positive impact on some risk factors by:
- Quitting smoking
- Taking steps to lower cholesterol
- Exercising regularly
- Eating a "heart-healthy" diet
- Keeping high blood pressure and diabetes under control
- Seeing your doctor regularly
You can also learn about the signs and symptoms of coronary artery disease, and
what to do about them.
For more information about risk factors for coronary artery disease, visit the following
Web sites:
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American Heart Association
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Medicinenet.com
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