How Does Aspirin Help Prevent Heart Attack?
- Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
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Prevention
You can help to prevent a heart attack by controlling your risk factors for atherosclerosis, especially high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking and diabetes. If you have high cholesterol, follow your doctor's guidelines for a healthy diet low in fats and cholesterol, and, if necessary, take medication to decrease your blood cholesterol level. If you have high blood pressure, follow your doctor's recommendations for modifying your diet and taking your medication. If you...
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Emergency Steps for Heart Attack
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