Heart disease and cholesterol

Heart disease is the biggest killer in the UK and if you have already had a heart attack you have a greater risk of heart disease or stroke in the future. In fact you are 3-5 times more likely to die, or suffer a further heart attack, or other cardiovascular event (such as stroke) than the general population. The good news is that this is often preventable, with appropriate lifestyle changes, disease management and treatment where appropriate.

As recommended by Government guidelines and leading UK heart doctors, this includes keeping a careful check on your cholesterol level or 'number'. Given that you are probably quite used to managing your diet or taking medication, this shouldn't be too much more to think about. By considering it as a general part of your lifestyle it could make a big difference to your health.