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Professor Riyaz Patel
12.07.24
Cardiologia
Understanding family history of heart disease
If you have a family history of heart disease, understanding what it means is essential for assessing your own risk and taking proactive steps to protect your heart health. Here, Professor Riyaz Patel, renowned consultant cardiologist, delves into what constitutes a family history of heart disease, how it affects heart health, and what are common hereditary heart conditions.