Heart Disease Risk Calculator
How to Use the Calculator
Follow these steps to estimate your risk of heart disease:
- Step 1: Enter your age in years.
- Step 2: Select your gender.
- Step 3: Input your total cholesterol (e.g., 220).
- Step 4: Input your HDL cholesterol (e.g., 50).
- Step 5: Enter your systolic blood pressure (e.g., 130).
- Step 6: Indicate if you are treated for high blood pressure.
- Step 7: Indicate if you smoke.
Once you complete the form, click Calculate Risk to see your heart disease risk level.
About Heart Disease Risk
Heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide. Several factors contribute to a person's risk of developing heart disease, including age, gender, lifestyle choices (such as smoking and exercise), blood pressure, and cholesterol levels. Understanding these risk factors can help individuals make informed decisions to improve their health and prevent cardiovascular problems.
About This Calculator
This Heart Disease Risk Calculator estimates your likelihood of developing heart disease based on the Framingham Risk Score model. By entering your age, gender, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, smoking habits, and treatment status, the calculator provides an estimate of your 10-year risk of cardiovascular disease. This tool is designed for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional for a comprehensive evaluation of your heart health.