Quick Heart Self-Quiz
Are you at Risk for Heart Disease? Are you over 50 or have you passed menopause? Have you been diagnosed with diabetes or is your blood sugar (glucose) greater than 100 mg/dl? Do you have a family history of heart disease? (father/brother who suffered a heart attack before the age of 55; mother/sister suffered a heart attack before the age of 62.) Is your LDL (bad) cholesterol greater than 100? Is your blood pressure greater than 120/80? Do you exercise less than 3 times per week? Is your waist circumference greater than 35 inches or your body mass index (BMI) greater than 25? Calculate your BMI Do you smoke or are you exposed to second hand smoke? Each "yes" answer indicates an increased risk for heart disease - so those who answer "yes" to even one question should plan to discuss the subject with a doctor. The Women's Heart Center offers a series of assessments, including a personal, clinical consultation about the results. Learn More