On February for American Heart Month, We raised awareness for PAD and heart disease. Living a healthy lifestyle is crucial for having a healthy heart.
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American Heart Month: Fight Off PAD and Heart Disease
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Thursday, January 27, 2022
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Connection Between PAD and Heart
Disease
February is American Heart Month. It is a time for all people to focus on their heart
health and be aware of the dangers of heart disease. But, did you know, that peripheral
artery disease (PAD) and coronary artery disease (CAD) are both caused by a narrowing
and blocking of arteries in critical regions of the body? This is also called
atherosclerosis.
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S. Every year more than
600,000 people die every year from heart disease. Heart disease affects all ages,
genders, and ethnicities.
If you suffer or wonder if you have PAD, you should be aware of the connection between
PAD and heart disease and know the risks. Heart disease can affect everyone, but
taking stock of your prior health risks, activities and diet can help you manage both
diseases.
To celebrate February Heart Health Month, take some time to learn more about Heart
health awareness, risks and activities that can reduce your risk.
Heart Disease Risks
Heart disease is a common term that describes a group of serious health conditions
that significantly affect the heart. The most common type of heart disease is coronary
heart disease, over 18 million people older than the age of 2 are living with coronary
heart disease.
Heart disease occurs when the arteries leading to the heart become clogged. Although
heart disease has been around for thousands of years, many aspects of modern life
exacerbate risk factors and make people more prone to heart disease and heart failure.
Today, one in four deaths in the U.S.