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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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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Better sleep: 5 questions to consider
As Daylight Saving Time ends, it’s a good time to reflect on how important better sleep is to our overall health. Exercise, diet and sleep are the three pillars of health, yet an estimated 35% of adults aren’t getting enough quality sleep. It’s amazing that we spend a third of our life sleeping, but as […]
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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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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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Vonco sees companies, public join forces to help American Heart Association
SOMERS, Wis. — Step by step, the Vonco 5K Run/Walk is starting to gain a little bit of steam, and it’s all in the name of a good cause. Runners, walkers and everyone in between line up to start the Vonco 5K Run/Walk. – In just its third year, and the second on the UW-Parkside […]
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Keep cool to be heart-healthy in extreme heat
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Record high temperatures are bringing summer heat this week around much of Wisconsin, and the American Heart Association, a global force for longer, healthier lives for all, is urging people to take extra steps to protect their hearts. Precautions are especially important for older adults and people with high blood pressure, obesity […]
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Stroke Support Group in Racine builds connections and community
RACINE — A Stroke Support Group operating out of Ascension All Saints Hospital, 3803 Spring St., is focused on educating and enriching the lives of people who’ve endured a stroke, along with their families. The group meets on the second Wednesday of each month. At its core, this support group connects patients, families and the […]
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Stroke Prevention and Awareness: Understand the signs and symptoms of a stroke
According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the fifth cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. One in four people will experience a stroke in their lifetime. Although frightening, knowing the signs of stroke—and getting treatment at the closest facility—can help save lives. A blocked or ruptured artery […]
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American Heart Month: 7 things to know about AFib
February is American Heart Month and an important time to learn more about this common heart arrhythmia. Most people take a regular heartbeat for granted but according to the American Heart Association, at least 2.7 million Americans cannot. They are living with the most common form of irregular heartbeat known as atrial fibrillation, or AFib. […]
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Preventing heart disease: America’s number 1 killer
February is American Heart Month and the perfect time to focus on heart health. Heart disease (cardiovascular disease, or CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Cardiovascular disease accounts for about one in three deaths every year and nearly one million deaths in 2020, according to […]
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A rise in cardiovascular-related deaths: highest among Asian, Black, Hispanic populations
The number of people dying from cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the U.S. escalating and it is impacting Asian, Black, and Hispanic populations the most. Cardiovascular disease, overall, includes coronary heart disease, stroke, heart failure, and hypertension/high blood pressure. Coronary heart disease includes clogged arteries or atherosclerosis of the heart, which can cause a heart attack. During the first year of […]