It’s not unusual to have one or more family members with some form of heart disease. Nonetheless, some people may not even know they have heart disease until they experience a heart attack or stroke or are diagnosed with heart failure. Despite the prevalence of heart disease, many people are still unclear about how genetics can impact heart disease and, most importantly, what they can do to lower their risk. Stephen Kopecky, M.D., a cardiologist at Mayo Clinic, explains how you can improve your heart health, even if your family has a history of cardiovascular problems.
This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
