Coronary heart diseasePrevention
There are several ways you can help reduce your risk of developing coronary heart disease (CHD), such as lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
overview
Coronary heart disease is a common but serious condition where the blood vessels supplying the heart are narrowed or blocked.
symptoms
Coronary heart disease does not always have obvious symptoms. In some people, it can cause chest pain (angina) or serious problems like heart attacks.
causes
Coronary heart disease is caused by a build-up of fatty substances in the blood vessels supplying the heart. It's often linked to an unhealthy diet.
treatments_overview
The main treatments for coronary heart disease are healthy lifestyle changes and medicines. Surgery may be needed if it's severe.
prevention
You can reduce your risk of getting coronary heart disease by making simple lifestyle changes, such as exercising more and having a healthy diet.
Page last reviewed: 07/04/2017
Next review due: 07/04/2020