After a heart attack and after a hospital stay, what should a ...

[MirandaLo]

After a heart attack and after a hospital stay, what should a person do to best prevent future health problems?

Question 2

Discuss the role of aspirin in heart disease prevention.

[ebonylittles]

Answer to Question 1

Make lifestyle changes.
Quit smoking.
Decrease intake of fat and cholesterol.
Lose excess weight.
Exercise regularly.
Keep blood pressure under control.
Practice stress management.

Answer to Question 2

Can lower risk of first heart attack in men (not women).
Reduces risk of stroke in women.
Taken under a physician's direction.
People with a history of ulcers, stroke, and liver or kidney problems may be advised to avoid aspirin.
Taking aspirin should not be considered a substitute for a healthy lifestyle.