Risk factors are habits or traits that make a person more likely to develop a disease. There are certain factors that increase a woman’s risk of developing heart disease.
This tool gives you the opportunity to complete your own personal risk assessment.

Are you:
	Female, 55 years or older
	Female, under the age of 55, with early menopause or have had a hysterectomy with removal of your ovaries
	Currently a smoker
	Have been diagnosed with Diabetes Mellitus
	Have high blood pressure (140/90) or above
	Have a father or brother younger than 55 year of age with heart disease
	Have a mother or sister younger than 55 years of age with heart disease
	Are 20 pounds over your ideal weight
	Are exercising less than 3 days per week
	Your current (within the last 5 years) total cholesterol level is > 200 mg/dL or unknown

If you have two or more risk factors it means that you should take this information to your primary care physician. You and your doctor will have the opportunity to discuss your concerns and plan a heart healthy future for you!

If you prefer you may also do an automated risk assessment by clicking here.