Presbyterian Healthcare 
Prevention and Early Detection
| Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. By knowing the risk factors and living a healthy lifestyle, you can greatly reduce your chances of cardiovascular disease. |
Cardiovascular disease has controllable and non-controllable risk factors. The first steps in prevention are knowing what those risk factors are and then taking action to lower those you can control. The Presbyterian Cardiovascular Institute offers complete cardiovascular and peripheral vascular screenings to assess your risk. We also offer comprehensive programs to get you on the right track in preventing heart disease and peripheral vascular disease.
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Do you have a specific questions about preventing heart disease? Visit our Health Library for answers. |
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Cardiovascular disease has controllable and non-controllable risk factors that include age, gender, family history, tobacco use, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes. Learn more about prevention and the services offered at the Presbyterian Center for Preventive Cardiology.
One out of every 20 people over the age of 50 suffer from peripheral vascular disease, but less than 25 percent are receiving treatment. Learn more about PVD risk factors and what you can do to lower your risk.
