Are you at risk for cardiovascular disease?

If you are 50 years of age or older, and have any of the following risk factors:

A blood sugar level that is a bit high.

A previous diagnosis of diabetes treated by diet or a maximum of one pill.

A previous heart attack or stroke.

Stable or unstable angina.

Other diseases of the heart or blood vessels.

If so, you may qualify for the ORIGIN research study, testing new ways to prevent future cardiovascular disease and the associated complications.

To determine if you are eligible or for further information, contact Debbie Jones, Diabetic Centre co-ordinator on 239-2027, or Miriam Balatian-Dill in the Cardiac Care Unit at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital on 236-2345.