99% of first heart attacks and strokes linked to these 4 risk factors
Heart disease is increasingly affecting younger adults, with up to 25% of heart attacks occurring in those under 40. Despite this alarming trend, awareness remains low, as many young people underestimate their risk. Crucially, a vast majority of heart-related diseases are linked to four key risk factors: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high blood sugar, and smoking.
Heart disease is increasingly affecting younger adults, with up to 25% of heart attacks occurring in those under 40. Despite this alarming trend, awareness remains low, as many young people underestimate their risk. Crucially, a vast majority of heart-related diseases are linked to four key risk factors: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high blood sugar, and smoking.
