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Heart Truth #1: Know Your Risk

Last updated: Tuesday, October 4, 2016 | 1 min reading time

If you have high cholesterol, high blood pressure or diabetes, we recommend regular reviews every 3 – 4 months. Also go for a heart screening if you develop chest pains, especially when walking or climbing stairs.

Heart conditions accounted for almost 30% of all deaths in Singapore in 2014, meaning that close to 1 in 3 deaths in Singapore were caused by heart disease.

Preventive heart screening is an effective way to identify hidden heart disease risks.

For your peace of mind, talk to one of our heart specialists today or read about how to make healthcare insurance claims to cover your hospital bills.

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