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Heart Risk Assessment

Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) refers to any disease or disorder of the circulatory system outside of the brain and heart. It affects about 10 million Americans a year – most over the age of 50 – and is the leading cause of death in the United States. Please take a moment to answer the following questions to determine if you are at risk. This simple test could save your life!

Do you have a family history of diabetes or cardiovascular problems?
Do you currently have diabetes or cardiovascular problems?
Do you currently have high blood pressure?
Are you currently being treated for high cholesterol?
Do you smoke?
Are you more than 25 pounds overweight? 
Do you eat fried or fatty foods three times a week or more?  
Are you over age 50? 
Do you have aching, cramping or pain in your legs while you walk or exercise?  
Do you have tingling, numbness or coldness in your hands or feet?  
Do you have loss of hair on your feet or toes?  
Do you have irregular growth of fingernails or toenails?  
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