Dr. Thomas Young, pediatric cardiologist, Ochsner Health
Newswise — The risk of heart disease increases with age, but younger people can be affected too. You can start getting screened for heart disease as early as 30-40 years old. According to the American Heart Association, how you live now affects your risk for cardiovascular diseases later in life.
In particular, obesity, type 2 diabetes and other risk factors for heart disease are becoming more common at a younger age. Ochsner Health pediatric cardiologist, Dr. Thomas Young, can talk about risk factors and preventative care, which should start early.
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