Knowing if a patient is at increased risk for a heart attack, even if previously diagnosed with heart disease, is important because there are actions that can be taken to minimize the risk.

The Chest Pain Perspectives^® Site is designed to identify the risk factors and the steps that can be taken to help control them.

		Risk Factors
		- Risk Factors You Can Change
		- Risk Factors You Can't Change
		- Additional Risk Factors That Can Affect The Risk For Heart Disease
		Cardiac Markers and Chest Pain Prognosis
		- High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein
		- Cardiac Troponin I
		- CVD Management and the Lab
		Recommended Readings
		Links of Interest

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