2. The Disease Also known as coronary artery disease Affects 14 million Americans Develops when calcium, fatty material, and scar tissue called “plaque” (plak) build up together in the arteries of the heart because of damage done to the arteries
3. The Disease (continued) The heart doesn’t get enough blood because the buildup makes the artery hole smaller Causes chest pain, called angina (an jinuh), and shortness of breath May lead to a heart attack and death—this disease kills the more people in the US than any other disease
4. Risk Behaviors and Factors Unhealthy habits Bad diet (high in cholesterol and fat) Smoking Lack of exercise Heredity Obesity High blood pressure Diabetes Emotional stress High cholesterol Gender Age
5. Prevention and Treatment Healthy lifestyle Exercise regularly Eat healthier foods Quit smoking/don’t start Lose weight Reduce stress Certain medicines
