What Are the Causes and Risk Factors of a Heart Attack?
Extensive clinical studies have identified factors that increase the risk of coronary artery disease and heart attack. Some of these risk factors, such as having a family history of heart disease, cannot be changed. However, other risk factors can be changed and can greatly reduce an individual’s risk of heart disease. Remember to follow your doctor’s recommendations concerning these factors. Fortunately, many of the factors that contribute to heart disease are controllable through lifestyle changes. Remember, the first line of defense against cardiovascular disease is self-awareness and education.
