Decade-Long Obesity Significantly Increases Heart Attack and Stroke Risk

Harvard study reveals timely obesity treatment can prevent severe cardiovascular complications in younger adults.

Women under 50 face up to 60% higher risk of heart attack or stroke after a decade of obesity.
Men under 65 experience up to a 57% increased risk with long-term obesity.
No significant risk increase found in women over 50 and men over 65.
Short-term obesity does not substantially raise cardiovascular risk.
Early intervention in obesity can lead to better health outcomes.