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99% of Heart Attack, Stroke, Heart Failure Cases Linked to Preventable Risk Factors

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Scientists also found that of the four major cardiovascular disease risk factors studied, high blood pressure was the most common issue. Image for illustration purposes
Scientists also found that of the four major cardiovascular disease risk factors studied, high blood pressure was the most common issue. Image for illustration purposes
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Medical News Today

A new study of more than 9,000 adults reports that more than 99% of people who experienced a heart attack, heart failure, or stroke had at least one of four major cardiovascular risk factors — high blood pressure, cholesterol, or fasting glucose, as well as tobacco use — above ideal healthy levels beforehand. 

Scientists also found that of the four major cardiovascular disease risk factors studied, high blood pressure was the most common issue.

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Follow the link below to read the full story at Medical News Today:

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/heart-attack-stroke-heart-failure-linked-to-preventable-risk-factors?utm_term=feature&utm_source=Sailthru%20Email&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=MNT%20Daily%20News&utm_content=2025-09-30&apid=&rvid=4ba4ec80177cae00eabc43b8bc6648d598c4a356d104663735777e0a0f8b5c9f

Information source: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com

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