African Canadian

Research has shown that women of African descent are more likely to have high blood pressure and diabetes and are at greater risk of heart disease and stroke than the general population.

As an African Canadian woman, you can manage your added risk by making healthy changes in your lifestyle. It's especially important for you to maintain a healthy weight; don't smoke, get 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each day and have yourself tested for diabetes and high blood pressure.

See the Prevention section of this website for more information on how to reduce your risks and prevent heart disease and stroke.

Find more heart health resources for African Canadians on the Heart and Stroke Foundation website.