Patient Education

A Message from the ACC

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for men and women. The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has represented physicians who are experts in the treatment of heart disease for 50 years. Our mission includes professional education and the development of standards and guidelines to help these physicians better treat patients and help prevent heart disease. Physicians become Fellows of the ACC (FACC) by election.

There are two important facts everyone should know: First, there are things you can do to lower your risk of heart disease. This booklet is designed to help you identify areas in your life where a small change can make a big difference in preventing heart disease.

Second, you need to be aware that any time you have a significant heart or related condition, you may require the attention of a cardiologist, a specialist in the treatment of heart disease. Cardiologists can work with your physician as well as cardiovascular surgeons and other specialists to treat heart disease.

To learn more about the ACC, the information and services we provide and the celebration of our 50th anniversary, visit the rest of our Web site.

Spencer B. King III, MD, FACC
President

The American College of Cardiology and the Florida Department of Citrus are pleased to have worked together on this educational booklet to increase women’s awareness of heart disease and the steps they can take to lower their risk factors. The ACC’s participation in this special section is not intended to be an endorsement or promotion of any product(s) advertised or mentioned in this section. The ACC does not endorse commercial products.

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