Risk Assessment

Cardiovascular disease is the # 1 killer of Canadian men and women, but most people aren’t even aware that they’re at risk. Early identification allows you to potentially prevent a health problem.

Please always consult with your doctor before making any changes to lifestyle or medication. The assessment is meant as an informational aid and should not substitute for a consultation with your doctor.

Risk Assessment
Check all boxes that apply to you. If you check one or more boxes, please print out and discuss this with your doctor and get a more complete assessment of your risks.
	Age and Sex I am a man over 40 years old OR I am a woman over 50 years old OR I am a woman who has passed menopause or had my ovaries removed
	Family History My father or brother had a heart attack before age 55 OR my mother or sister had a heart attack before age 65 OR my mother, father, sister, brother or grandparent had a stroke.
	Blood Pressure My blood pressure is 140/90 millimetres of mercury or higher OR a health professional has said my blood pressure is too high OR I don’t know what my blood pressure is.
	Tobacco Smoke I smoke OR live/work with people who smoke tobacco regularly.
	Total Cholesterol My total cholesterol is 6.2 millimoles per Litre (240 milligrams per decilitre) or higher OR I don’t know my level.
	HDL Cholesterol My HDL (“good”) cholesterol is less than 1.0 millimoles per Litre (40 milligrams per decilitre) OR I don’t know my HDL cholesterol level.
	Physical Activity I get less than a total of 30 minutes of physical activity on most days.
	Overweight I am 9.1 kilograms (20 pounds) or more overweight for my height and build.
	Diabetes I have diabetes (a fasting blood sugar of 7.0 millimoles per Litre (126 milligrams per decilitre) or higher) OR I need medicine to control my blood sugar.
	Heart Disease Medical Condition I have coronary heart disease, atrial fibrillation or other heart condition(s) OR I’ve had a heart attack.
	Stroke Medical History I’ve been told that I have carotid artery disease OR I’ve had a stroke or TIA (transient ischemic attack) OR I have a disease of the leg arteries, a high red blood cell count or sickle cell anemia.

You can download a copy of this risk assessment here.

Did you know...

It is estimated that more than 12 million people world-wide die every year from cardiovascular disease.