Preventing Heart Failure

In many cases, heart failure arises outside of an individual’s control and thus cannot be prevented. However, making sure to live a healthy life can significantly improve your chances of preventing heart failure. The following are lifestyle changes to focus on in preventing heart failure:

• Make healthy food choices
• Increase physical activity
• Stop smoking tobacco
• Focus on effectively managing stress

For more detailed information on what you can do to increase your chances of preventing heart failure, refer to our ‘Improving Your Diet’ and ‘Physical Activity’ sections within ‘Living With Heart Failure.’

Also, if you feel that you are at a high risk for developing heart failure, be sure to contact your family doctor or a specialist to determine how you can increase your chances of preventing heart failure.