5 Risk Factors at 50 May Cut 10 Years of Life
Middle age still offers a window to turn things around for heart health and longevity
Topline
A global study finds that five key cardiovascular risk factors — high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, and smoking — present at age 50 may reduce life expectancy by over a decade. However, modifying even a few of these factors can add meaningful years of life.
Study Details
Presented at the 2025 American College of Cardiology Sc…
