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It may shock some people. But coronary heart disease (CHD) and stroke kill more Americans every year than all cancers combined. What’s even more shocking is that there's often a single underlying cause.
It’s called atherosclerosis, or athero for short. It’s a progressive buildup of fatty deposits or plaque in your arteries that can get worse over time and eventually limit the flow of blood. Each year, athero is linked to nearly 1 in 4 deaths in the United States, and yet most people may not know if they’re at risk. Well, it’s about time we did something about it.
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with cardiologist Dr. Kenneth Kronhaus
Ken Kronhaus, MD, PhD, has practiced cardiology for more than 20 years as a trained medical scientist. His education includes time spent in the Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of Pennsylvania, as well as a postdoctoral research fellowship from the American Heart Association. A few of Dr. Kronhaus’ notable achievements include founding Lake Cardiology, where he practices and participates in heart research, and hosting a nationally syndicated radio talk show, “Good Day Health with Dr. Ken.”
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Atherosclerosis is a chronic, progressive disease that affects most American adults. It's also a leading cause of coronary heart disease (CHD) and stroke. But the good news is there are things you can do to take care of your arteries and reduce your risk for consequences of athero. Check out these helpful tips to get started.
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