Welcome to the Virginia Chapter, American College of Cardiology Patient Center on the Web. This Web site will strive to keep you informed of important issues which could affect you. CV CARE PROGRESSES The Wall Street Journal Reported on November 24th that the death rate from coronary heart disease dropped 34% from 1995 to 2005, though it is still the biggest killer in the U.S. Deaths from cardiovascular disease dropped 26% over the same period. Deaths from stroke dropped 29% since 1999. Average total cholesterol in adults aged 20 to 74 dropped to 197 milligrams per deciliter in 2008 from 222 in 1962. What is the purpose of this site? How can I use this site? The aim of this patient centered site is to provide cardiology patients with general information regarding the VCACC (Virginia Chapter of the American College of Cardiology), important information to take to your cardiology office visit in order to make your visit meaningful, advocacy issues important to us all, quality initiatives by the ACC and the VCACC, and access links to specific cardiology information site at the ACC which can act a resource. Our goal is to keep you informed and engaged with the belief that an informed and educated patient helps us deliver better care to and for you. Health Care Policy Quality Improvement Find a Cardiologist Appointment FAQs Care Team Cardio Education Links **If font size is difficult to read, use your browser to change the font that is best for you.**