Who Is At Risk for Coronary Artery Disease?
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Each year, more than half a million Americans die from CAD. Certain traits, conditions, or habits may raise your chance of developing CAD. These conditions are known as risk factors. You can control most risk factors and help prevent or delay CAD. Other risk factors can’t be controlled.
