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How to Reduce Your Heart Attack Risk
Simple Steps You Can Take for a Healthy Heart
How to Reduce Your Risk for Another Heart Attack
After a heart attack, as many as 1 in 4 survivors will have another one. Your lifestyle can be your best defense against both a first and subsequent heart attacks. Talk to your doctor about a secondary prevention plan, and consider other steps like these.
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After a heart attack, as many as 1 in 4 survivors will have another one. Lifestyle changes and working closely with your doctor to manage your health can help minimize the risk of a repeat event.
“A heart attack is a life-changing event,” said Nieca Goldberg, MD, American Heart Association volunteer and medical director of NYU Women’s Heart Program. “What many people don’t realize is the hidden risks that led to your first heart attack can be managed and, by doing this, you may reduce your risk of having another one.”
Because up to 80% of heart attacks are preventable, it’s important to follow your doctor’s recommendations for reducing your risk. Talk to…
