The Health Curve
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The Health Curve Podcast simplifies health, wellness, longevity, and public health topics to help you take charge of your health and advocate for your loved ones and communities.
Whether you're navigating your own journey or supporting someone else, we provide clear, science-backed insights to cut through confusion and empower better decisions. We explore both foundational and overlooked areas of human health—introducing impactful ideas and raising awareness of issues affecting specific communities.
Created by Dr. Jason Arora, an award-winning Oxford and Harvard-trained physician and public health scientist, The Health Curve features expert guests who share valuable knowledge and practical advice to help you stay informed and proactive.
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The Health Curve
Cardiac Rehab: The Blockbuster Heart Disease Treatment You’ve Never Heard Of
Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, killing nearly 20 million people each year, including over 800,000 in the U.S..
But what if there was a treatment that could cut the risk of dying from heart disease nearly in half? Well, it already exists—it’s called cardiac rehabilitation, and it’s one of the most effective ways to help people recover after a heart attack.
Studies show that cardiac rehab can reduce the risk of death by up to 50%—a level of success that beats many prescription drugs. If it were a pill, it would be one of the best-selling drugs ever. Yet, despite its life-saving potential, less than 20% of eligible patients actually enroll. Why? Many people don’t know about it, and doctors don’t always bring it up.
In this episode, we’re breaking down:
- What cardiac rehab is—and why it’s so powerful
- Who it’s for—if you have or a loved one has heart disease, this is for you
- Why so few people do it—and how to change that
- How it works—exercise, lifestyle support, and the science behind it
If you or someone close to you has had a heart attack, heart surgery, or struggles with heart disease, this episode is a must-listen.