What age is high risk for heart disease?

The risk of heart disease increases with age, and the prevalence of heart disease increases significantly in individuals over the age of 65. However, risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, smoking, and a sedentary lifestyle can also increase the risk of heart disease in younger individuals. It is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle and manage any existing risk factors to reduce the risk of developing heart disease at any age. It is recommended that adults over the age of 20 have their cardiovascular risk assessed every 4-6 years.