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There is incontrovertible evidence that raised cholesterol (lipids) is one of the most important risk factors for the development of cardiovascular disease. To learn more about lipid (cholesterol) disorders and the drugs available to treat them buy Cholesterol.

By examining a variety of risk factors, it is possible to calculate your relative risk of having a heart attack or stroke over the coming years.

Use the calculator below to calculate your cardiovascular risk. A discussion of the concepts of relative and absolute risk can also be found here.

Enter your details as accurately as possible.

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Do you have a close relative who has had a heart attack or stroke before the age of 70 or who currently suffers from cardiovascular disease or diabetes?
Yes No

Do you currently have cardiovascular disease?
Yes No

Do you have diabetes?
Yes No

We have defined an 'at risk' cholesterol level as 5.6 mmol/L or higher. Is your total cholesterol level 5.6 mmol/L or higher?
Yes No Don't know

Is the first number in your blood pressure higher than 140 or is the second number in your blood pressure higher than 90?
Yes No Don't know

Do you smoke cigarettes?
Yes 20+ /day Yes 10-20 /day Yes 10 /dayNo

Do you smoke cigars or a pipe?
YesNo

The risk thermometer to the right indicates your relative risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke on a rising scale starting from very low up to very high (very low does not mean no risk as there are other causes of heart attacks and strokes that are not covered by this questionnaire). Try adjusting your modifiable risk factors at questions 5 to 8 and see how your level of risk changes.
		This calculator is provided for illustrative purposes only and if you are concerned about your cardiovascular risk then you should make an appointment to see your GP. This calculator is based upon a more detailed calculator developed by MEDCAL.