What is family history, and why might it be a problem?
Family history is one of the few risk factors for heart disease that cannot be changed. (Others are gender and age.) Children of parents with heart disease are more likely to develop it themselves. Just as you can't control your age, sex, and race, you can't control your family history. Therefore, it is even more important to treat and control any other risk factors you have.

For more information about family history and the risk of heart disease, click on the link below:
WebMD

How can New Heart help me address this problem?
We can provide evaluation and consults with our New Heart staff to help you assess and understand your family history of heart disease, and to help you develop and implement a plan to manage your other risk factors.

You may want to develop a written log of your family's health history. This can be an invaluable resource for you, your family, and your health care providers. The following links can help you:
Family History - English
Family History - Español