MILWAUKEE — National Walking Day is almost here. Physical activity is one of the best ways to improve overall health and manage stress, yet 1 in 4 U.S. adults are sedentary for more than eight hours each day, which can have negative consequences on physical and mental health. The American Heart Association, the nation’s oldest […]
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Nutrition Incentive Bill passes Senate, heads to governor
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin State Senate passed Assembly Bill 1013 on Tuesday, creating a Nutrition Incentive Program. The bill passed the Assembly in February and now heads to the governor. “We want to thank the senate for its vote today, and particularly the bill champions—Senator Ballweg, Representative Joers and Representative Hurd,” said AJ Ross, […]
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Here’s your wake-up call: Daylight saving time may impact your heart health
Losing an extra hour of sleep may not be the worst thing that could happen when you “spring forward” at the start of daylight saving time. According to the American Heart Association, celebrating one hundred years of lifesaving service as the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, scientific researchers […]
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4 Woman of Impact initiative changemakers lead effort to fight No. 1 killer
MILWAUKEE – To kick off February as American Heart Month, four Milwaukee-area women are joining the American Heart Association to fight their number one health threat, cardiovascular disease (CVD) through the Woman of Impact initiative. Woman of Impact is an extension of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women® movement, a comprehensive platform designed […]
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Wear Red on Feb. 2 to raise awareness for cardiovascular disease
The American Heart Association (AHA) will be kicking off American Heart Month on Feb. 1, and National Wear Red Day will follow on Feb. 2. The AHA calls it “the icon day of American Heart Month,” according to a press release. Wear Red Day is Feb. 2, 2024. The association encourages people to wear red […]
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Shoveling and snowblowing lead to increased risk of a heart attacks
Snow is falling across Southeastern Wisconsin. As the inches begin to pile up, Wisconsinites will take to the streets shoveling and snow blowing. This activity gets the heart pumping, but also increases heart attack or sudden cardiac arrest, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Increased risk of heart attacks includes shoveling Research shows that […]
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American Heart Association finds heart attack deaths rise during winter holidays
RACINE — The not-so-cheery part of the holidays: the number of heart attack deaths rises during the winter holiday season. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year. What AHA research shows A study published in Circulation, the […]
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2023 Gift Guide: Shop local this holiday season
Tis’ the season to shop! Racine County Eye has rallied a handful of businesses in the 2023 Gift Guide to explore this holiday season. Turn to local businesses whether you celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah or perhaps, are just looking to buy someone a special gift. By supporting locally owned and operated establishments in Racine County, […]
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Nov. 16 Rural Health Day: Aiming to change poor health outcomes
Populations in rural communities are impacted by poor health outcomes. On Nov. 16, Rural Health Day will be observed as a way to raise awareness about health disparities facing rural communities. At this time, the American Heart Association (AHA) reports 61 million people – nearly 20% of the U.S. population – lives in a rural […]
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Giving Tuesday 2023: Local nonprofits need your help
The Racine County Eye is delighted to feature 20 nonprofits in this year’s Giving Tuesday 2023 guide. The featured local nonprofits are looking to the community for support on Giving Tuesday 2023. With the joyous holiday season upon us, we are committed to supporting and empowering local nonprofits by providing them with a valuable opportunity […]
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Vonco Products taking American Heart Association 5K Run/Walk to next level
MILWAUKEE — Vonco Products, based in Trevor, has enjoyed continued growth and success with a 5K Run/Walk at UW-Parkside the last two years, an event that also helps the American Heart Association. And while the 2024 event is still many months off, the excitement toward the next event is building – add in news in […]
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Make Halloween healthier: The American Heart Association offers 3 tips
Halloween is all about sweets and treats, but how much is too much? This year, the American Heart Association (AHA) is encouraging families to make healthier choices to ensure and promote healthy communities. Tackling this sugary holiday with a healthy mindset is no easy feat. That’s why they are helping and providing information on how […]
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Lockwood unlocks her story of living with Atrial fibrillation
RACINE — Denise Lockwood is the owner of the Racine County Eye, a journalist, and a woman living with Afib, also known as Atrial fibrillation. A model of a heart in the doctor’s office sits to educate people on heart disease. – Photo courtesy of Denise Lockwood In an attempt to educate the public about […]
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Target: BP™ initiative helps more than 8.6 million Americans with hypertension improve heart health
DALLAS — The American Heart Association and American Medical Association nationally recognized 1,709 healthcare organizations (HCOs) — 400 more than in 2022 — for their efforts to prioritize control of their patients’ blood pressure (BP), a leading preventable risk factor for heart disease, stroke and premature death through the Target: BP program. According to the […]
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10 nominees help launch new American Heart Association ‘Leaders of Impact’ campaign
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — With a focus on closing the gap in health inequities across the nation, the American Heart Association on Friday launched its 2023-24 Leaders of Impact campaign. In southeast Wisconsin, 10 nominees have been chosen to participate in the seven-week campaign that closes on National Philanthropy Day, Wednesday, Nov. 15. This year’s winner, […]