AHA Prevention Policy Statement - Policy Change Impact

American Heart Association president Gordon Tomaselli, M.D. gives examples on the positive effects that public policies can have in communities to prevent cardiovascular disease.

The Value of Prevention
Cardiovascular disease is the leading killer of Americans and create massive strains on our economy. Direct and indirect medical care costs for these diseases reached almost $450 billion in 2010 and are projected to exceed $1 trillion a year by 2030. However, research indicates prevention can also actually save money while saving lives.

For more information, visit www.heart.org/preventingCVD.

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