What About Risk and Prevention?
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women and men in the U.S. Her you will learn more about the risk factors for heart disease, and find information on how to prevent it.
Are You At Risk For Heart Disease— Find Out Now
If you're worried about your risk for heart disease, cardiologists at UAB have developed an online tool to assess your risk and provide you with a personalized action plan to improve your heart health.
Look To More than BMI for Accurate Health Picture— Learn More
Many people use their body mass index (BMI) as a measuring tool to determine if they’re within a normal weight range, or if they need to lose a few pounds to get there. But a UAB professor has published an article examining BMI, and has determined that other factors play a role in determining an accurate health picture.
Revised Aspirin Therapy Guidelines—Learn the New Rules
The use of daily aspirin to fight cardiovascular disease has been a long-standing debate between medical professionals. Because of the increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, aspirin, especially in high doses, is not always recommended for every patient. However, U.S. experts have revised aspirin guidelines, stating that lower doses appear to be at least as effective as higher doses and safer at preventing heart attack in men and stroke in women.
What You Know About Cardiovascular Disease Could Save Your Life—Take Charge of Your Heart
How much do you know about cardiovascular disease? If you’re in good health, you may think of it as a problem for other people. But you may not realize that cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. and a major cause of disability. So there’s a good chance that you – or someone you know – will be touched in some way by this often silent, but all-too-common health threat.
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