First Steps to a Healthy Heart
£5.99
ISBN: 9780745980393
Publication date: September 20, 2019
Format: Ebook
Extent: 112 pages
Series: First Steps series
Imprint: Lion Books
OTHER EDITIONS AVAILABLE: Paperback |
Heart disease kills causes almost one in four of all deaths in the United States, and is the leading cause of death in both men and women. In the UK, the figures are similar.
But there are things we can do to look after our hearts, and to ensure that we are not one of those who die prematurely. Looking after ourselves not only makes us feel better, it means we live longer.
In this comprehensive introduction, GP Simon Atkins looks at the heart, how it works, and what the common malfunctions are, covering the common symptoms, causes, specific investigations, treatment and outlook.
This book will help you give your heart the best chance of carrying on beating for many years to come.
Meet the author: Dr Simon Atkins

Dr Simon Atkins is a busy GP. He also specializes
in covering health issues in the media both on
TV and radio and in books, newspapers, and
magazines. He is the author of numerous books including of First Steps to living with Dementia and First Steps out of Smoking (Lion Hudson).
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