Doctors say millions could have this silent health threat without knowing it

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe guidelines advocate for earlier screening for CKM syndrome risk factors, especially excess body fat, which is a primary driver of obesity, heart disease, kidney disease, and Type 2 diabetes (PA Wire)The American Heart Association has released its first clinical guidelines for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, a group of interconnected, life-threatening conditions. The guidelines advocate for earlier screening for CKM syndrome risk factors, especially excess body fat, which is a primary driver of obesity, heart disease, kidney disease, and Type 2 diabetes. Approximately 90 percent of Americans have at least one risk factor for CKM syndrome, highlighting the widespread impact of these conditions. Experts emphasize that earlier detection, similar to successful changes in cancer screenings, can significantly improve patient outcomes and prevent serious complications. Recommendations for prevention include maintaining a healthy weight, managing blood pressure and cholesterol, ensuring adequate sleep, and avoiding tobacco products. In fullNearly 90% percent of Americans are at risk for this condition - and you’ve probably never heard of itMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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