Heart Disease: Know Your Risks. Beat the Odds.
Heart Disease: Know Your Risks. Beat the Odds.
According to the Malaysia National Heart Institute, the number of cardiovascular disease cases increases by 5 percent every year. Recent studies have shown a growing prevalence of Malaysians getting heart disease at a younger age than before. Take care of your heart now!
Are You at Risk of Heart Disease?
If you check 2 and above on the following, you may develop heart-related issues in the future.
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Smoking
![](https://www.shakleetoday.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/heart_2-1.jpg)
Lack of exercise
![](https://www.shakleetoday.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/heart_3-1.jpg)
Overweight
![](https://www.shakleetoday.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/heart_4-1.jpg)
Stress
![](https://www.shakleetoday.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/heart_5-1.jpg)
High blood pressure
![](https://www.shakleetoday.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/heart_6.jpg)
Diabetes
![](https://www.shakleetoday.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/heart_7.jpg)
High cholesterol
![](https://www.shakleetoday.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/heart_8.jpg)
Family history
Up to 80% of Heart Diseases Can be Prevented!
Care for your heart by adopting a healthier lifestyle.
More of These!
- Increase fruits intake
- Increase vegetables intake
- Conduct regular health screening
- Have ample sleep
- Keep active!
Less of These!
- Reduce salt intake
- Reduce sugar intake
- Reduce fat intake
- Reduce stress
- Avoid smoking
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