Heart disease is the #1 killer in the U.S., killing more people than any other cause. Every year in the United States there are 605,000 first heart attacks and 200,000 recurrent ones, on average these patients will be 66 years old for men and 72 years old for women.
Heart attacks are a leading cause of death in America, but they can be prevented with lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise. (Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)