Heart Health Awareness

pwilson February 27th, 2010, 7:50 PM
Paula Wilson, RN, Registered Nurse, Clinical Coordinator
Author Profile
Permalink
Photo by Getty Images

Photo by Getty Images

Heart Health month is coming to a close, but knowing the risks and symptoms of heart disease is something to be aware of all year round. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States today. The more risk factors a person has, the greater the chance of developing heart disease. Your age and family history cannot be changed, yet your cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, weight and smoking history can all be controlled. The symptoms of heart disease, however, is something many people do not…

Read More