Did you know?

Every year more than 600,000 Americans die due to heart disease. What's even more shocking, is that 80% of these deaths could have been prevented by making necessary changes to one's lifestyle and by just simply having a greater understanding of the signs and symptoms of heart disease. 

Show your heart some love with these 8 heart-healthy tips!

1. Chose not to smoke, or quit smoking.

2. Know your numbers. Keep an eye on your weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
3. Get screened for diabetes. Untreated diabetes can lead to heart disease as well as many other complications.
4. Exercise. Get that heart pumping!
5. Establish healthy eating habits. Skip the chips! Add heart-smart foods to your diet such as salmon, berries, oats, and nuts. To satisfy your sweet tooth, dark chocolate (in moderation of course) is a heart-healthy treat!
6. Easier said than done but try your best to stress less.
7. Catch some z's. Getting a good night's rest will restore your body, will help decrease stress, and you will likely see an increase in overall happiness.
8. Lastly, smile. A happy heart is a healthy heart!

National Wear Red Day is February 5, 2022

We encourage you to wear red to raise awareness for heart disease. Wearing red can be a conversation starter or a nonverbal show of support. Either way, it can be an important tangible form of awareness.

Heart Failure Awareness Week is February 14-20, 2022 

Not only can you celebrate Valentine's Day this week with your sweetheart, but you can also educate yourself on the signs and symptoms of heart failure, schedule a heart screening, and make sure you're maintaining a heart-healthy lifestyle.

Remember, when we take care of our heart as part of our self-care, we set an example for those around us to do the same. On National #WearRedDay, sport your favorite red clothing, accessorize with a heart pin, and show your heart some love!