Thanks to years of research and clinical experience, we are now able to identify situations or conditions which increases a person’s risk of coronary heart disease. Knowing these factors is the first step in the prevention of heart disease.

Heart diseases refer to any condition affecting the function and/ or the structure of the heart or the major blood vessels. It includes atherosclerosis of coronary arteries or other major arteries, heart failure or cardiomyopathy, cardiac valve disease or heart rhythm disorders among others.

Keep that heart pumping

Exertional dyspnea is not part of the normal ageing process

Basics of heart health

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Don’t take your health for granted Seek emergency medical care if you have these heart disease symptoms: Sudden onset of chest pains, especially at rest Sudden onset of shortness of breath Fainting Make an appointment to see your cardiologist if you: Have any signs or symptoms suggestive of heart disease. Have concerns regarding your heart health. Have