11 Heart Disease Facts
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11 Essential Facts About Heart Disease
Understanding heart disease is crucial for prevention and successful management. Here are some key facts to empower you in your journey toward a healthier heart:
1. Leading Cause of Death: Heart disease is the primary cause of death for both men and women in the United States.
2. Death Rates by Ethnic Groups: In the five largest U.S. cities, heart disease death rates per 100,000 people are: Hispanics 69.2, Asians and Pacific Islanders 73, American Indians 82.5, Blacks 189.8, and Whites 235.5.
3. Coronary Heart Disease is the most prevalent type, accounting for over 445,000 deaths in 2005, which was 68.3% of all heart disease fatalities that year.
4. Early Fatalities: 47% of cardiac deaths occur before emergency treatment or hospital arrival.
5. Economic Impact: Heart disease is projected to cost more than $304.6 billion, covering healthcare expenses, medications, and lost work productivity.
6. Global Impact: In 2005, over 7.6 million people died from heart disease worldwide.
7. Risk Factors (2003-2004):
- 32.1% of adults 20+ had hypertension or were on hypertension medication.
- 16.9% had high cholesterol.
- 10% had doctor-diagnosed diabetes.
- 32% were obese.
- 18.4% of adults smoked.
- 39.5% lacked regular exercise.
8. Multiple Risk Factors: In 2003, 37% of individuals reported having two or more risk factors, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, inactivity, obesity, and diabetes.
9. Recognizing Heart Attack Symptoms: In 2005, 92% recognized chest pain as a symptom, yet only 27% identified it as a heart attack and sought emergency help. Quick action can be life-saving, so know the signs.
10. Reducing Risks for Heart Patients: Lowering cholesterol and blood pressure significantly reduces the risk of heart attacks and the need for bypass or angioplasty surgery.
11. Prevention for Everyone: Even without heart disease, reducing cholesterol and high blood pressure can lower your risk. Adopting a healthier lifestyle significantly diminishes the chances of heart disease and strokes.
By making informed choices and adopting healthier habits, you can greatly reduce your risks of heart disease and improve your overall well-being.
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