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Kidney Disease and Heart Disease
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Kidney and heart disease are closely linked. Most kidney patients die of cardiovascular causes, not kidney failure.
Protect both
- Control blood pressure and sugar
- Manage cholesterol
- Do not smoke
- Stay active
Frequently asked questions
Can kidney disease cause a heart attack?
It greatly increases risk, which is why heart protection is part of every kidney plan.
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Educational only. This guide is general kidney-care information, not individual medical advice.