Prevention
June is Men’s Health Month
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In June we join in celebrating Men’s Health Month, a national observance aimed at raising awareness about men’s healthcare and wellness. According to the CDC, men die at higher rates from the 3 leading causes of death in the United States (heart disease, cancer, & accidental injury), and on average men die 5 years earlier…
May is Stroke Awareness Month
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Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death and #1 cause of disability in the U.S. Stroke occurs when a blood vessel to the brain or within the brain is either blocked by a clot or ruptures. When it happens, part of the brain doesn’t get the blood and oxygen it needs causing cells to…
Do You Need a Mental Health Day?
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Work and family demands, fast-paced lifestyles, and even pressure from social media have all contributed to rising stress levels. Maybe it’s time to take a break and de-stress. For most of us, daily stress is unavoidable. Though stress is a normal response to the demands and pressures of life, it can also become overwhelming and…
How does Heart Disease Affect Women?
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Heart Disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S. According to the CDC, about 1 in 16 women age 20 and older have coronary heart disease. Many women can take steps to prevent heart disease by knowing the risk factors and making healthy lifestyle choices. Women’s Heart Health Risk Factors The top…
The Hispanic/Latino Community and the #OurHearts Movement
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February is American Heart Month! Did you know that people who have close relationships at home, work, or in their community tend to be healthier and live longer? One reason, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), is that we’re more successful at meeting our health goals when we work on them…
Make Heart Health Part of Your Self-Care Routine
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Devoting a little time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple self-care, such as taking a moment to de-stress, giving yourself time to move more, preparing healthier meals, and not cheating on sleep can all benefit your heart. And that’s a good thing,…
