Take Healthy Steps to Lower Your Risk
From your answers, you're likely at a medium risk of developing heart disease. But this assessment isn't a substitute for speaking with an expert. You can significantly lower your risk by maintaining a healthy weight, eating healthy and exercising regularly.
Most importantly, find a primary care provider near you and talk with them about your heart disease risk at your annual physical each year.
Find a Primary Care Physician
You indicated that you don't currently have a primary care physician. Having an established relationship with a provider you see at least once a year is important to whole-person health. To find a primary care provider near you, click the button below or call Call844-209-5596.
Use the results of this assessment to start a conversation with your new doctor about your heart health. See them annually, share any major lifestyle changes and ask whether follow-up testing or a seeing a cardiologist would be beneficial.
Your Next Steps
With heart disease, prevention is the best medicine. Based on your answers, your best next step is to find a primary care physician, talk about the best ways to lower your heart disease risk and follow their guidance.
We also recommend taking these steps to keep your heart healthy and happy:
- Aim for 150 minutes of exercise each week
- Find ways to manage stress
- Get your annual physical each year
- Maintain a heart-healthy diet
- Strive for or maintain a healthy weight
Talk to your doctor before beginning any new exercise or nutrition program.
We’re Here to Keep Your Heart Beating Strong
By taking this assessment, you’re one step closer to a healthier heart. Use your results to inform ongoing conversations about your health with a physician and learn more about our exceptional cardiovascular care at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth.