At risk for peripheral arterial disease? Simple quiz provides key so you can circulate better
Wednesday, September 3, 2008 - 15:56
in Health & Medicine
Ten million Americans have peripheral arterial disease (PAD), and research shows that the highest risk populations include African-Americans (twice as likely to develop clogged leg arteries), seniors (12-20 percent develop PAD) and diabetics (one in three who are over the age of 50 develop PAD). Legs for Life(R)—a community health and public information program—recommends that older Americans take its free, online self-assessment quiz.