American Heart Month

Did you know?

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. 

To prevent heart disease and increase awareness of its effects, OACHC is proudly participating in American Heart Month.

Go red for women day

Go red of women day was February 3rd. People were encourage to wear red to help raise awareness to heart disease and stroke in women. According to American Heart Association, "Cardiovascular disease in the U.S. kill approximately one woman every 80 seconds."


You can make healthy changes to lower your risk of developing heart disease. Controlling and preventing risk factors is also important for people who already have heart disease. 

To lower your risk of heart disease

• Watch your weight. 
• Quit smoking and stay away from secondhand smoke.
  
• Control your cholesterol and blood pressure. 
• Lower your sodium intake 
• If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation. 
• Get active and eat healthy.

Know the warning signs of heart failure

• Dry hacking cough 
• Shortness of breath 
• Swelling legs, feet and ankles 
• Sudden weight gain 
• Abdomen discomfort 
• Loss of appetite 
• Trouble sleeping

Spot a stroke F.A.S.T.

• F-Face drooping 
• A-Arm weakeness 
• S-Speech difficulty 
• T-Time to call 911

If you or someone you know is experiences signs of a stroke, time is of the essence. Call 911 immediately.

Learn More

• Healthy diet, strong heart 
• Mediterranean diet with virgin olive oil may be recipe for ‘good’ cholesterol 
• Cardiac Arrest warning signs 
• Heart attack warning signs 
• Know your numbers  
• Take the risk factors quiz 
• Learn more about warning signs