Magnolia Matters - 2019 Spring/Summer

For more information regarding MRHC primary care providers, please call 662.293.1000 or visit MRHC.org • Being overweight • Unhealthy eating • Lack of physical activity • Smoking • High blood pressure • Age • Family history of heart disease • Diabetes Symptoms of Coronary Artery Disease Coronary Artery Disease tends to lead to other complications and conditions, and may be the root cause. Some general symptoms include: • Upper body discomfort in one or both arms or the back, neck, jaw, or upper part of the stomach • Shortness of breath, which may occur with or before chest discomfort • Nausea (feeling sick to your stomach), vomiting, light- headedness or fainting, or breaking out in a cold sweat • Sleep problems, fatigue (tiredness) or lack of energy Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Disease Lee Thurner MAGNOLIA MATTERS 19