QRISK® Style Risk Factors Checklist

A self‑assessment tool to help you understand key factors that influence cardiovascular health. This checklist helps you organize your health information, track modifiable risks, and prepare for a more informed discussion with your clinician. Everything runs in your browser—no data is sent online.

Educational tool only, not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Understanding Your Cardiovascular Risk Factors

This checklist is inspired by established cardiovascular risk assessment frameworks (like QRISK®, Framingham). It helps you systematically review factors that contribute to your long‑term heart and circulatory health. Gathering this information before an appointment can make your conversation with a clinician more efficient and focused.

How to Use This Tool

Check each box that accurately reflects your current health status or recent lab results.
Enter measurements (weight, height, cholesterol) for precise checks—the tool will flag if they exceed typical thresholds.
Review the generated summary list. Use it as a reminder of what to discuss, not as a diagnosis.
Toggle between Metric and US units if your records use pounds, inches, or mg/dL.

Example Scenarios

Profile	Factors Checked	Total Points	Discussion Focus
45‑year‑old male, ex‑smoker, borderline cholesterol	Age, Smoking (ex), Cholesterol ≥5.0	3	Smoking cessation maintenance, lipid re‑check, lifestyle optimization
60‑year‑old female, hypertension, inactive	Age, Hypertension, Inactivity	5	BP control, safe exercise initiation, medication adherence

Typical Reference Ranges

Metric	Ideal Range	Borderline / Caution	High Risk
BMI	18.5–24.9	25–29.9	≥30
Total Cholesterol	<5.0 mmol/L (<193 mg/dL)	5.0–6.1 mmol/L (193–236 mg/dL)	>6.2 mmol/L (>240 mg/dL)
Systolic BP	<120 mmHg	120–139 mmHg	≥140 mmHg

Quick "What If" Scenario Helper

See how addressing one factor might change your risk profile.

If I improve:

Potential factors removed: 0

This shows how modifying one lifestyle factor can reduce your total flagged factors. It is a simplification for motivation—actual clinical benefit depends on individual circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this checklist?

This is a simplified educational checklist based on publicly known risk factors. It does NOT calculate an exact risk percentage like a clinical tool. Its purpose is to help you organize information, not to diagnose.

What if I have several checked boxes?

A higher count suggests more topics to discuss with a clinician. It does NOT mean you will definitely have a heart attack or stroke. Many factors are modifiable—your clinician can help you create a plan.

When should I seek immediate medical help?

If you experience chest pain, pressure, shortness of breath, sudden dizziness, or difficulty speaking, call emergency services immediately. This tool is for non‑urgent risk factor review only.

How should I measure my inputs at home?

Use a calibrated scale and stadiometer for height. For blood pressure, sit quietly for 5 minutes, back supported, feet flat, and take an average of two readings. Use recent lab results for cholesterol.

Formulas & Assumptions

BMI = weight (kg) / [height (m)]²; US: weight (lb) / [height (in)]² × 703.
Cholesterol conversion: 1 mmol/L ≈ 38.67 mg/dL (rounded to 38.7).
Point system: Each checked box is assigned 1 or 2 points based on typical population‑attributable risk weightings. Total is sum of points.
Rounding: BMI rounded to one decimal; cholesterol values rounded to one decimal (mmol/L) or whole number (mg/dL).

For informational and educational purposes only. Estimates depend on your inputs and simplifying assumptions. This tool is not medical advice and does not diagnose or treat any condition. If you have symptoms, abnormal readings, or urgent concerns, contact a qualified healthcare professional.

Sources & References:

Common unit conversions and measurement best practices.
Typical wellness metric ranges and public health guidance concepts.
General cardiovascular risk factor categories from established clinical frameworks.

QRISK® Style Risk Factors Checklist

Your Cardiovascular Risk Factors

Demographics & Measurements

Medical Conditions

Lifestyle & Lab Results

Your Summary for Discussion

Suggested talking points:

Consider prompt clinical review if you have:

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