2025 TEST Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics
Published: April 22, 2025
- The American Heart Association, in conjunction with the National Institutes of Health, annually reports the most up-to-date statistics related to heart disease, stroke, and cardiovascular risk factors, including core health behaviors (smoking, sleep, physical activity, diet, and weight) and health factors (cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose control) that contribute to cardiovascular health.
- The Statistics Update presents the latest data on a range of major clinical heart and circulatory disease conditions (including stroke, congenital heart disease, rhythm disorders, subclinical atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, heart failure, valvular disease, venous disease, and peripheral artery disease) and the associated outcomes (including quality of care, procedures, and economic costs).
- The Statistics Update represents a critical resource for the lay public, policymakers, media professionals, clinicians, health care administrators, researchers, health advocates, and others seeking the best available data on these factors and conditions
Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines: What You Need To Know
Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines: What You Need to Know" contains vital information for patients and their families on atrial fibrillation (AFib), current AFib guidelines, management of AFib risk, treatment options, and the importance of lifestyle choices to manage their Afib journey over time.
Supporting Materials
- Commentary: Ticagrelor or prasugrel is recommended in preference to clopidogrel by Prasugrel
- Top Things to Know: 2025 Guideline for Acute Coronary Syndromes
- Prevention Science to Eliminate Health Care Inequities in Achieving Cardiovascular Health
- Physical Activity Promotion for Optimal Cardiovascular Health in Adults