"Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of death in the U.S. In fact, experts estimate that it claims a life every 34 seconds-that's roughly 2,500 Americans each day. Sadly, many people never recognize the warning signs until it's too late. However, CAD is largely preventable. A 2025 study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that 99% of people who had a heart attack, stroke, or heart failure had at least one major risk factor-most often:"
"Coronary artery disease (CAD) develops when plaque-made up of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances-builds up inside the arteries that supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart. Over time, this buildup, called atherosclerosis, narrows the arteries and limits blood flow. CAD often progresses silently and may not cause symptoms until it's more advanced. Many people use the terms CAD and coronary heart disease (CHD) interchangeably. However, technically, CAD refers to narrowed arteries, while CHD includes heart attacks and other complications resulting from CAD."
Coronary artery disease (CAD) results from plaque buildup—fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances—in the arteries that supply the heart, producing atherosclerosis that narrows vessels and limits blood flow. CAD often progresses silently and may not cause symptoms until advanced. CAD denotes narrowed arteries, while coronary heart disease (CHD) encompasses heart attacks and related complications. A 2025 study found 99% of people with heart attack, stroke, or heart failure had at least one major risk factor. Many risk factors are modifiable despite genetic influences, and symptoms can differ by sex, risking missed diagnoses in women. Prevention through lifestyle and risk control can protect cardiovascular health.
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