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Study Reveals 99% of Heart Issues Linked to Lifestyle

9/30/2025

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The Journal of the American College of Cardiology reports that over 99% of cardiovascular events had at least one modifiable risk factor years earlier.
The study analyzed records from over 9 million South Koreans and nearly 7,000 Americans across a decade.
High blood pressure was the leading risk, affecting over 95% in Korea and over 93% in the United States.

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The Journal of the American College of Cardiology reports that over 99% of cardiovascular events had at least one modifiable risk factor years earlier.
The study analyzed records from over 9 million South Koreans and nearly 7,000 Americans across a decade.
High blood pressure was the leading risk, affecting over 95% in Korea and over 93% in the United States.