People with peripheral artery disease are at increased risk for heart attack and stroke.

Peripheral Artery Disease

A common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, causing pain and fatigue, mostly in the legs.

Heart Attack

A medical emergency where the blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked, leading to damage of the heart muscle.

Stroke

A health issue wherein the flow of blood to a segment of the brain is either halted or diminished, causing the brain tissue to be deprived of oxygen and essential nutrients.