Wellness Wednesdays: Matters of the Heart
Did you know that heart disease isn't just the leading cause of death in Americans, but also in the entire world?
"Despite all this awareness, incidents of heart disease is on the rise," explains Dr. Karen Latimer to AOL Lifestyle. Reports estimate that nearly 40 to 45 percent of Americans will suffer from complications of heart disease by 2035.
However, it's not just heart attacks that make up these eye-opening statistics. Instead, it's important that patients know how to "differentiate" between the many complications related to heart health, Latimer asserts. From cholesterol levels to artery spasms to the biggest heart attack culprit, here's what you need to know about taking care of your heart.
Watch the video above to learn about the different types of heart disease and what you can do to protect yourself.
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