LEARN THE SYMPTOMS
Many people aren't sure when they are having a heart attack or stroke. Unfortunately, not seeking help in a timely manner can be fatal. Protect yourself by knowing the warning signs and actions to take if you think you are having a heart attack or stroke.
10 THINGS YOU CAN DO (6)
- Avoid smoking and/or second hand smoke.
- Be aware of your blood pressure.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Exercise – be active.
- If you drink, do so moderately.
- Keep your stress level at a minimum.
- Eat a low-fat diet.
- Control diabetes.
- Eat less salt.
- Be aware of your risk factors such as heredity and race.
DID YOU KNOW?
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Nearly 2,400 Americans die of cardiovascular disease (CVD) each day, an average
of one death every
37 seconds. (14) -
Cardiovascular disease claims as many lives each year as cancer, chronic lower
respiratory disease, accidents, and diabetes
combined. (15) -
Both men and women have a higher risk of suffering from heart disease or stroke
if a close blood relative has
suffered from it. (16) - African-Americans are more likely to die from a stroke than Caucasians. (17)
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Cardiovascular disease and stroke ranks as the number one killer of
Latino/Hispanic Americans — claiming the lives
of 27% of the more than 133,000 Hispanics or Latinos who die each year. (34) -
Among Hispanic or Latino adults, 9% have heart disease, 6% have CHD, 21% have
hypertension, and 4%
have had a stroke. (3)
If you are interested in heart attack prevention or stroke survival, discuss the possible risks and benefits a daily aspirin regimen could have for you with your doctor before starting any medication. Low dose aspirin therapy — at 162 mg per day — is convenient with Halfprin®.
