What Is the Chance of Having Your First Heart Attack in the Next 10 Years?*
| Women | Men | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 50 | Age 65 | Age 50 | Age 65 | |
| Non-Smokers | 1% | 3% | 5% | 13% |
| Smokers | 3% | 5% | 12% | 16% |
* Based on an average cholesterol level and normal blood pressure.
Related story: Quantifying Medical Risk (Post, Feb. 1, 2005)
Source: National Heart Lung Blood Institute's risk assessment tool
Graphic: The Washington Post
