Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Heart disease describes a variety of disorders and conditions that can affect the heart. The key to preventing heart disease is living a healthy lifestyle, as well as knowledge of your family's medical history.
Medical Director of Non-Invasive Cardiology & Cardiac Rehabilitation at the MemorialCare Heart and Vascular Institute at Orange Coast, Robert Greenfield, MD, shares simple ways to modify your lifestyle and lower your risk of heart disease.