Heart disease is the number one killer for both men and women in the U.S. and claims more than 800,000 lives each year.  In the United States, someone has a heart attack every 34 seconds. Each minute, someone in this country dies from a heart disease-related event. The symptoms of heart disease can be different in women and men, and are often misunderstood.

The good news is that approximately 80% of the risk factors leading to heart disease can be prevented or managed! That is why it is important to identify your risk factors and to know your numbers: blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, fasting glucose, and body mass index (BMI).  This information can help you and your doctor create a plan for your heart health.

In recognition of National Heart Month,  The Heart2Heart Foundation along with health care providers from across the state will be helping South Carolinians gain a better understanding of their numbers through coordinating heart health screenings in their respective communities.  While this effort shines a light on one month of the year, all of the provider partners are committed to early screenings for heart disease throughout the year!