According to the American Heart Association, heart disease remains one of the leading health threats in the United States, and many people don’t realize they’re at risk until symptoms appear. Optum Care Washington cardiologist, Sujata Agnani, MD joined New Day Northwest to share the importance of knowing your numbers, recognizing early signs, and talking with your doctor about your personal risk factors.
Learning what to watch for and how to respond can help you take action earlier and have more informed conversations with your doctor. Watch the full segment to learn more.
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