Wellness Newsletter: February 2021 View as Webpage

FEATURED ARTICLE  3 Ways to Boost Heart Health Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. In fact, 1 in every 4 deaths is caused by heart disease. Heart disease refers to several different types of heart conditions. Coronary artery disease, caused by plaque buildup in the walls of the heart’s arteries, is the most common. Other forms of heart disease include heart attack, heart failure, arrhythmia and congenital heart defects. The symptoms of heart disease can vary, and some people may not even know they have a heart condition until they have a heart attack.  Read Full Article Download editable version of the newsletter here!

SUPPORTING ARTICLE  Managing Cardiovascular Risk Factors Making small changes every day can add up to big improvements in your overall health. American Heart Association's - Life’s Simple 7 outlines a few easy steps you can take to live a healthier lifestyle.  Two of these steps, Get Active and Eat Better, can help jump-start your whole health journey. Making choices that help you eat smart and move more can also help you lose weight, control cholesterol, manage blood pressure, reduce blood sugar and stop smoking! Read Full Article American Heart Associations

National Health Observances: February 2021

Educate employees on health risks by utilizing campaigns, promotional tools and resources provided by sponsoring organizations through the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA).

AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month National Burn Awareness Week 7-13 World Cancer Day 2/4 National Donor Day 2/14 Random Acts of Kindness Day 2/17 WELCOA (Wellness Council of America)

BLOOD PRESSURE Know Your Numbers Video: High Blood Pressure High blood pressure is actually a leading risk factor for heart disease and early death. It’s sometimes called the “silent killer” because many people don’t know they have it, yet it can do a lot of harm. At your next health checkup, when your health care provider puts a cuff around your arm to take your blood pressure, be sure to ask about your numbers. Read Full Article American College of Cardiology NATIONAL AWARENESS SPOTLIGHT Wear Red Day The first Friday each February, American Heart Month, the nation comes together, igniting a wave of red from coast to coast. From landmarks to news anchors, neighborhoods to online communities; this annual groundswell unites millions of people for a common goal: the eradication of heart disease and stroke. Read Full Article American Heart Association

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