According to a 2017 survey from the Cleveland Clinic, almost 70 percent of Americans are afraid of dying of heart disease. Despite this, only 38 percent know their blood pressure, and just 18 percent know their body mass index (BMI), which are essential factors in overall heart health. So, it's clear that more Americans need to learn about heart health and how to manage it/
— Talk to your physician today
Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. The AAmerican Heart Association regularly release guidance for women at risk for heart attack and stroke, and is actively funding research into gender-based differences in in
cidence and outcomes of cardiovascular disease.
—Go Red for Women.: American Heart Association
https://www.heart.org/en/news/category-womens-health
6 strategies to lead a heart healthy life
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Eat a healthy diet
Move more, sit less
Learn your heart health family history and tell your doctor
Quit smoking
Take medicines as directed
Decrease sugary drink consumption
https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/infographic/hearthealth.htm
Think about monitoring
Knowledge is power……..