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Silent Killers: 3 Checks to Save Your Life
4 Nov
Summary
- Over 110,000 deaths in England last year were deemed avoidable.
- High blood pressure and cholesterol often have no early symptoms.
- Preventative health checks are crucial for early risk detection.
In England, 2025 saw over 110,000 deaths classified as avoidable, with cardiovascular diseases being a significant factor. Cardiologist Dr. Francesco Lo Monaco highlights that serious conditions like high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol often develop silently over years.
Dr. Lo Monaco stresses the importance of three key preventative health checks: blood pressure monitoring, a full lipid profile (including cholesterol and metabolic markers like HbA1c), and a VO2 max assessment for cardiovascular fitness. He urges a shift from treating illness to early risk identification.
These checks are vital because underlying risk factors can be present long before symptoms appear. Early detection allows for constructive interventions, promoting not just a longer life but also sustained physical and mental capabilities for healthier aging.
