Heart disease is South Carolina's second leading cause of death:

• 10,034 - The number of people who died from heart disease in South Carolina in 2015.
• 50,167 - The number of hospitalizations due to heart disease in South Carolina in 2015.
• $3.2+ billion - The total cost of hospitalizations due to heart disease in SC during 2015.

What is heart disease?

Heart disease is a broad term that refers to several types of heart conditions. The most common type of heart disease in the United States is coronary artery disease, which can cause heart attack , arrhythmias, angina, and heart failure.

Ways to prevent heart disease:

• Stop smoking
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Get regular health screenings:
• Have your cholesterol checked
• Check your blood pressure
• Limit alcohol use
• Take your medicine
• Manage your diabetes
• Eat a healthy diet that's low in fat, cholesterol and salt
• Exercise for at least 30 minutes on most days of the week

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• Women & Heart Disease
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• Is my cholesterol too high?
• DASH Diet - Southern Style (pdf)