Coronary heart disease occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries around the heart, which can cause a heart attack. Coronary heart disease is also a leading cause of death in the United States. Many different medical centers are trying to find a solution to this disease, however, there are only temporary solutions. The United States is spending huge sums of money to try to find a solution. There are many different symptoms including pressure or pain in the chest, shortness of breath, pain or discomfort in the arms or shoulder, pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck or back, and feeling weak, dizzy or nauseous. There are several ways to prevent coronary heart disease, such as not smoking or making more exercise part of a person's lifestyle. Everything a healthy person can do will help prevent coronary heart disease, not only will the person feel better but their body will thank them later. Coronary heart disease is a very serious disease that should be taken very seriously. Millions of Americans are affected every year. David Isabellp.2 Coronary heart disease is the buildup of plaque in the arteries that supply blood to the heart. Decreased blood flow due to plaque buildup can lead to chest pain, also called angina, or progress to a heart attack. The five most common symptoms of a heart attack are pressure or pain in the chest, shortness of breath, pain or discomfort in the arms or shoulder, pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, or back, and feeling weak, dizzy, or nauseous. “Facts about heart disease. (2013) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention “Heart disease is caused by the buildup of plaque in the arteries, also called atherosclerosis, leading to blockages. Arteries go from smooth and elastic to… middle of paper… r– that's 1 in 4 deaths. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. More than half of the deaths due to heart disease in 2009 were in men. Coronary heart disease is the most common type of heart disease, killing more than 385,000 people each year. Each year approximately 715,000 Americans have a heart attack. Of these, 525,000 involve first-time heart attacks and 190,000 occur in people who have already had a heart attack. Coronary heart disease alone costs the United States $108.9 billion each year. This total includes the cost of health services, medications and lost productivity. “Coronary Heart Disease. (2013) Texas Heart Institute” Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, affecting more than 13 million Americans. Coronary heart disease is a serious health problem that should be treated immediately.