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9 Critical Questions to Ask Your Doctor:

  1. What are my risk factors for heart disease, and what can I do to lower my risk?
  2. What are the warning signs of heart disease or heart attack?
  3. What should I know about the effects of menopause on my health?
  4. What is my blood pressure, cholesterol, and body-mass index?
  5. What is the best way for me to quit smoking?
  6. Are my risk factors for heart disease the same or different for stroke?
  7. What is the latest on low-dose aspirin for heart attack prevention and treatment?
  8. If I experience chest pain, what is your overall plan for evaluation?
  9. If I experience symptoms of a heart attack, which hospital in the community is the best to go to?