In 2022 in the United States,702,880 people died from heart disease. That's the equivalent of 1 in every 5 deaths.*
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups.*
In the United States, someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds. About 1 in 5 heart attacks are silent - the damage is done, but the person is not aware of it.*
High blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, poor dietary choices, excessive alcohol, and a sedentary lifestyle can increase your risk for heart disease.*
Heart disease costs the U.S. $239.9 billion annually in healthcare and lost productivity. Prioritizing heart health can help lower this huge burden.*
Just 30 minutes of walking or cycling, five days a week, can cut your heart disease risk by up to 30%. A small effort makes a big difference!*
