Heart Disease Prevention

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States where every 25 seconds, an American will have a coronary event. In a 2008 listing of their Most Heart Friendly Cities for Women, The American Heart Association named St. Louis as the #2 least friendly city in the United States.

Everyone can do better in the fight against heart disease. A focus on diet and exercise is a great starting point.

Please use the following links to put you on the right track in maintaining a healthy weight, getting optimal nutrition and staying fit to prevent heart disease.

Preventive Heart Health
Heart Disease and Women
Heart Disease and Men
Prevention and Wellness
Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack
Signs and Symptoms of a Stroke
Heart Health and Other Classes
Blood Pressure Guidelines
Cholesterol
Healthy Heart Screenings
Target Heart Rate