New Method Predicts Heart Attack Risk Within Six Months

Using standard blood tests and an online tool, researchers aim to motivate preventive health measures.

Researchers at Uppsala University have developed a method using standard blood tests to predict the risk of a heart attack within six months.
The study identified around 90 molecules linked to the risk of a first heart attack, but existing healthcare samples are sufficient for prediction.
An online tool has been created to allow individuals to assess their heart attack risk, aiming to motivate lifestyle changes and preventive measures.
The method's effectiveness is based on detecting biological processes active in the months leading up to a heart attack.
The research team plans to further study the identified molecules and assess the motivational impact of the online tool in a new study.