Heart Disease: The Silent Threat You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Heart and circulatory diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide—and many people affected never saw it coming.

That’s because heart disease often develops silently, without obvious symptoms. You might feel perfectly fine, even as your risk is increasing due to factors like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or family history.

By the time symptoms appear—such as chest pain, breathlessness, or fatigue—serious damage may already be done.

But there’s good news: many cases of heart disease are preventable, especially when caught early.

Why Prevention Matters

Cardiovascular disease doesn’t happen overnight. It builds over time, often unnoticed. The earlier you understand your risk, the sooner you can make simple changes to protect your future health.

Even small steps—like improving your diet, increasing activity, managing stress, or starting treatment—can drastically reduce your chances of having a heart attack or stroke later in life.

That’s where PocDoc comes in.

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What is PocDoc?

PocDoc is a clinically validated, digital screening tool that gives you an instant snapshot of your heart health—all in a matter of minutes.

Using a quick finger-prick blood test and a blood pressure check, PocDoc provides:

Your cholesterol and lipid profile

Your QRISK3 score – this calculates your 10-year risk of developing heart disease or stroke

Personalised lifestyle advice based on NHS guidelines

No waiting weeks for lab results. No need for a GP referral. No hassle.

You’ll walk away with answers—and if your results raise any concerns, we’ll clearly explain what to do next and how to seek follow-up support.

Why Get a PocDoc Heart Health Check?


✅ Quick & Convenient – Takes just 15–20 minutes
✅ Affordable – A one-off cost for peace of mind
✅ No Need to Feel Unwell – It's ideal even if you feel fine
✅ Trusted Technology – Used in NHS programmes
✅ Prevent Problems Before They Start

Heart disease is more common than you think—but with early detection, it doesn’t have to define your future.