How You Can Help Stave Off Heart Disease, America’s #1 Killer

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: January 28, 2020

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Heart Disease for a very long time now has bee the number one cause of death in the United States. The term encompasses an array of conditions relating to the heart and blood vessels. This includes the possibility of a stroke.

Though this disease most commonly affects older adults, warning signs can present from early childhood. Awareness and preventive measures can do wonders for lowering your chances of heart disease as an adult.

The preventative measures taken depend on the risk factors already present.

Increased Risk Factors you cannot control include:

  • Being male
  • Aging
  • Post-menopausal women
  • Having a family history of heart disease
  • Being African American, American Indian, or Mexican American

Factors that can be controlled include:

  • Choosing not to smoke cigarettes or other substances
  • Maintaining a healthy weight
  • Increasing physical activity
  • Do not let blood pressure or cholesterol go uncontrolled
  • Eat a healthy well-balanced diet
  • Keeping stress to the bare minmum

While genetic factors cannot be helped, the other risk factors for heart disease that can be controlled should be.

Take an active roll in prevention by following the recommendations above.

It is extremely likely that you or someone close to you will experience heart disease at some point during your lifetime. Dealing with heart issues can be painful, debilitating, hard on loved ones, and can be very expensive even with the best insurance. Being informed and proactively taking care of your heart is the best prevention out there.

Don’t suffer needlessly. We are here to help you. The cardiologists at Tampa Cardiovascular Associates are experienced in both diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. If you suspect you have a heart-related issue please give the office a call today to schedule your consultation. 813-975-2800 or visit online by going to www.tampacardio.com.

We look forward to seeing you in our Tampa, Florida Cardiovascular Associates office!

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: 28/01/2020

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