Heart Disease Thing

Statistically speaking, heart disease is the most common cause of death in the U.S. today. More than 450,000 Americans died last year from heart disease, and over 1.2 million people experience a heart attack each year.

Heart disease is any illness or disorder that affects the heart, and causes it to operate abnormally. There are different types of heart disease; the most common variety is called coronary artery disease. Everyone reading this book has probably had some experience with heart disease, either personally or through a friend or family member.