Take this checklist with you to your next doctor's visit to empower yourself to play an active role in your healthcare.
- What is my risk for heart disease and stroke?
- How does my family history of heart disease or stroke affect my risk?
- What is my blood pressure?
- What are my cholesterol numbers?
- What is my blood sugar level?
- What is my body mass index (BMI)?
- What other screening or diagnostic tests for heart disease and stroke do I need?
- How can I tell if I am having a heart attack or stroke?
- How often should I return for checkups?
Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Take this checklist with you to your next doctor’s visit to assist you in playing an active role in your healthcare.
- What is my risk for heart disease and stroke?
- How does my family history of
- heart disease or stroke affect my risk?
- What is my blood pressure?
- What are my cholesterol numbers?
- What is my blood sugar level?
- What is my body mass index (BMI)?
- What other screening or diagnostic tests for heart disease and stroke do I need?
- How can I tell if I am having a heart attack or stroke?
- How often should I return for checkups?