Indeed, given that your mother has a heart ailment, it is prudent to start preventive measures as soon as possible because heart disease can run in families. A blood pressure check, cholesterol profile, blood sugar and HbA1c, ECG, echocardiography, treadmill test, and occasionally a CT coronary calcium score, depending on age and symptoms, are common tests used to evaluate heart health and potential heart attack risk. Preventive measures include maintaining a healthy weight, exercising frequently, abstaining from smoking, managing stress, consuming fewer processed and greasy foods, and getting adequate sleep. For a thorough assessment, please see a cardiologist, particularly if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, palpitations, chest pain, or dyspnea