Article: Heart disease is a family affair


New Straits Times
09-21-2008
Heart disease is a family affair
Edition: New Sunday Times
Section: Main Section

EVER heard of the saying "the apple doesn't fall far from the tree"? It means that children tend to inherit the characteristics, personalities and habits of their parents. Unfortunately, this includes the risks of developing certain diseases such as heart disease.

Heart disease is indeed a family affair. The risk of developing heart disease greatly depends on family history and an unhealthy lifestyle.
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