American Heart Month: February 2023
Often considered to be a condition for the older generation, heart disease and other associated illnesses are on the rise across all age groups. That is why American Heart Month is so important to us all. It is a fantastic opportunity to find out more about the warning signs and symptoms as well as the things that we can do in our everyday lives to mitigate risk to our hearts.
In the US, there is a large amount of information available on heart disease, but if you have specific concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your health provider. In this blog, our team of specialists at Knight Foot & Ankle share the top facts about heart disease, those who are likely to develop heart disease, and fun heart-healthy habits that you and your loved ones can incorporate into your lives this February!
Facts On Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. It is also one of the most preventable. (CDC)
Nearly 1 of every 3 (about 33.3%) of American adults have high levels of LDL cholesterol (the “bad” kind). (AHA)
37.7% of US adults are obese, one of the risk factors for heart disease. (AHA)
From 2005 to 2015, the annual death rate attributable to coronary heart disease declined 34.4% and the actual number of deaths declined 17.7% – but the burden and risk factors remain alarmingly high. (AHA)
Those More Likely To Develop Heart Disease
Those With… High Cholesterol Levels
Those With… Extra Weight
Those With… Diabetes
Those With… Predisposed Genetics
Heart-Healthy Habits
Get A Comprehensive Physical
Visit Your Podiatrist
Host A Potluck That Focuses on Heart-Healthy Recipes
Encourage Others to Live a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
Organize A Heart-Healthy Walk, Either Solo or With Company
Try Cooking At Least One Heart-Healthy Recipe Every Week
To schedule an appointment at one of our offices, call (405)-513-0385, email us at info@knightfootandankle.com or visit our website to request an appointment, and one of our team members will contact you.
