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About 90% of U.S. adults haven’t heard of cardiovascular‑kidney‑metabolic (CKM) syndrome, even as nearly 9 in 10 are at risk, an American Heart Association survey found. Defined by the AHA in October 2023, CKM links heart, kidney, diabetes and obesity; risk factors include high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol, high blood sugar, excess weight and reduced kidney function. One-third of Americans carry three or more risks, said cardiologist Nidhi Kumar. Nearly three‑quarters of respondents, once CKM was explained, saw it as important and wanted to learn more. The Harris Poll surveyed about 4,000 adults in August 2025.

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