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The Heart Truth®
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. But you can do a lot to protect your heart.
Work Together to Prevent Heart Disease
Take action toward better heart health and join forces with people at home, at work, in your community, or online to stay motivated and commit to being heart-healthy together.
Living a heart-healthy lifestyle involves a combination of nutritious eating, regular physical activity, and proactive health management to lower cardiovascular risk.