Includes bibliographical references.

"This book illustrates how heart disease is a serious health threat, especially for people with diabetes. In fact, it is responsible for one in four deaths in the United States and is the leading cause of death among both men and women. Unfortunately, having diabetes at least doubles your risk of heart troubles. The good news, is that there is a lot we can do to treat it and to protect ourselves from developing this life-threatening disease"--,Provided by publisher.