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The main risk factors include smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, physical inactivity, and an unbalanced diet. Having several risk factors at the same time significantly increases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, unusual fatigue, excessive sweating, dizziness, or pain that radiates to the arm, jaw, or back may be signs of a heart problem.
In the case of unusual symptoms or suspected cardiac event, seek immediate medical attention.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle — including regular physical activity, a balanced diet, avoiding smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and undergoing routine medical checkups — can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.
Yes. Heart and cardiovascular diseases are among the leading causes of illness and death in Israel, as they are in many countries around the world. However, awareness, prevention, and early diagnosis can significantly reduce the risk.
Routine checkups such as blood pressure measurement, cholesterol tests, and blood sugar tests are recommended from a relatively young age, especially for people with risk factors or a family history of heart disease.
Yes. Regular physical activity strengthens the heart muscle, improves blood flow, and helps maintain a healthy weight, balanced blood pressure, and healthy cholesterol levels.
High cholesterol can lead to the buildup of fatty deposits in the walls of the blood vessels, causing them to narrow. If left untreated, this condition may increase the risk of heart attacks and stroke.
