Getting answers to these questions will give you vital information about your heart health and what you can do to improve it. 

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1. What is my risk for heart disease?

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2. What is my blood pressure? What does it mean for me and what do I need to do about it?

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3. What are my cholesterol numbers? What do they mean for me and what do I need to do about them?

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4. What are my body mass index (BMI) and waist measurement? Do they indicate that I need to lose weight for my health?

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5. What is my blood sugar level, and does it mean I'm at risk for diabetes?

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6. What other screening tests for heart disease do I need? How often should I return for checkups for my heart health?

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7. What can you do to help me quit smoking?

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8. How much physical activity do I need to help protect my heart?

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9. What is a heart healthy eating plan for me? Should I see a registered dietitian or qualified nutritionist to learn more about healthy eating?

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10. How can I tell if I'm having a heart attack? 

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