First Steps to a Healthy Heart - Paperback

by Simon Atkins (Author)

Heart disease kills causes almost one in four of all deaths in the United States, and is the leading cause of death in both men and women. In the UK, the figures are similar. But there are things we can do to look after our hearts, and to ensure that we are not one of those who die prematurely. Looking after ourselves not only makes us feel better, it means we live longer. In this comprehensive introduction, GP Simon Atkins looks at the heart, how it works, and what the common malfunctions are, covering the common symptoms, causes, specific investigations, treatment and outlook. This book will help you give your heart the best chance of carrying on beating for many years to come.

Back Jacket

The leading cause of death in men and women, heart disease results in almost one in four deaths in the US, and the UK figures are similar. But there are things we can do to look after our hearts, and to ensure that we are not among those who die prematurely. Looking after ourselves not only makes us feel better but means we live longer. In this comprehensive introduction, GP Simon Atkins looks at the heart, how it works, and what the common malfunctions are, covering typical symptoms, causes, specific investigations, treatments and various outlooks. First Steps to a Healthy Heart will help you give your heart the best chance to carry on beating for many years to come.

Author Biography

Dr Simon Atkins is a busy GP. He also specializes
in covering health issues in the media both on
TV and radio and in books, newspapers, and
magazines. He is the author of numerous books including of First Steps to living with Dementia and First Steps out of Smoking (Lion Hudson).