Heart Disease and Stroke

Programs in Maryland include projects in both the Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention grant from CDC at the state level examining systems of care and grants to local health departments to address risk factors and prevention

Heart Disease is any problem that damages the structure or function of the heart.  It is the top leading cause of death in the United States and in Maryland.

Stroke is a sudden interruption of blood supply to the brain, caused by a blockage or breaking of a blood vessel.  Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and Maryland.

Heart Disease Risk Factors

Stroke Risk Factors

Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack

Signs and Symptoms of a Stroke

Maryland Stroke Fact Sheet

Heart Disease and Stroke Resources and Links

Information about Blood Cholesterol

**Heart Attack and Stroke are medical emergencies!  If you think you or someone else might be having a heart attack or stroke, call 9-1-1 immediately!