Am I at Risk?
By age 20, everyone should know their risk of heart disease. There are many factors, some of which you can control, and others which cannot be controlled. Factors which cannot be controlled include age, race, gender, and family history. The important risk factors for heart disease which can be controlled or treated include:
- Smoking
- High Blood Pressure
- High Cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Being overweight or obese
- Physical Inactivity
Please take one or both of the quizzes below to learn more about your risks for cardiovascular disease. We encourage you to discuss the results with your healthcare provider. For more information, you may also wish to call the Women's Wellness Heart Program at (859) 301-6333.