Risk factors for cardiovascular disease and arthritis and tools to predict risk

In this episode of Arthritis At Home, Ellen Wang, Programs Coordinator for Arthritis Consumer Experts, speaks to Keith Colaco, Assistant Professor of Teaching at the University of Toronto. Besides teaching several courses, Keith is also involved in cardio-rheumatology research which is at the intersection of heart health and joint health. Keith and Ellen share an insightful conversation about some of the common risk factors for cardiovascular disease and arthritis and the tools that can be used to predict risk. They also touch on the role of advocacy by researchers, health care providers and patients. Additional learning resourcesJointHealth™ insight: Heart’s contentCardio-Rheumatology NetworkCardio-Rheum Clinic at Women's College Hospital, Toronto