Coronary heart disease affects men and women equally and starts in childhood.People of all ages, particularly the young, should understand what coronary heart disease is and what can be done to prevent it, or at least, delay it for as long as possible. Living with Coronary Disease is accessible to patients, avoiding the use of medical jargon. The authors aim to dispel the natural fearsof the condition to allow readers more control of their health and future. Topic of current interest in an accessible language. Clearly conveyed messages set out in key points and boxed summaries INDICE: Angina and Heart Attacks. The Heart: How it Works and What Can Go Wrong. Angina. Heart Attacks. Cholesterol and Other Blood Fats. Food, Drink and Weight. Exercise and Rehabilitation. Diabetes. High Blood Pressure (Hypertension). Smoking. Stress and Coronary Heart Disease. Heart Problems in Women. Impotence and Sexual Aspects of Coronary Heart Disease. Tests and Procedures forAngina and Heart Attacks.
- ISBN: 978-1-84628-550-9
- Editorial: Springer
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 260
- Fecha Publicación: 01/01/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés