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Patient Information

This section of the FH Wales website will explain the key points that you should know about FH for yourself and your family members.

Many of the things that you can do to reduce your risk of developing heart disease are the same as those without the condition. However there are some specific aspects to think about particularly in relation to medication and family testing.

There are links to information about how to:

•    Maintain a healthy well balanced diet.
•    Stop or not start smoking.
•    Stay as active as you can.

There is also some information about medication for FH, a section on FH and pregnancy and FH in children.

What is FH?
Diagnosis of FH
Treatment for FH
Lifestyle Advice