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

Apr 21, 2025

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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…

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