Do you know what the No. 1 cause of death is in America? According to the CDC, it’s heart disease, which causes more deaths than cancer, accidents and COVID-19. In a 2025 American Heart Association report, the organization reveals that someone dies of cardiovascular disease every 34 seconds. With that in mind, when was the last time you had your heart checked?
February is American Heart Month, just in time for Valentine’s Day, meaning that it’s a great time to schedule your annual physical to get your heart screened by your doctor. Knowing more about your heart can help you make lifestyle adjustments to prevent risk of heart disease, America’s silent killer.
What is heart disease?
Heart disease is a…