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Heart Insight e-News / A Digital Monthly Newsletter from Heart Insight Magazine

 

How to lower heart disease and breast cancer risk at the same time

11/22/2022  

 

How to lower heart disease and breast cancer risk at the same time

Some risk factors for breast cancer and heart disease overlap. While some risk factors, such as age and family history, can’t be changed, there are five things women can do to lower their risk for both conditions.

Following these simple evidence-backed tips can lead to a two-for-one benefit.

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Heart risk factors, not heart disease itself, may increase odds of COVID-19 death

Running errands in the icy rain and snow changed his life forever

Even though Chicago resident J.B. Starks knew about peripheral artery disease, he didn’t recognize the symptoms and didn’t realize it was hereditary.

Read J.B.’s story

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Upping your step count, even in small amounts, may increase life span

Upping your step count, even in small amounts, may increase life span

Adding just 500 to 1,000 steps to your daily routine could cut your risk of dying, including from heart-related causes, according to new research.

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Telehealth may be just as good as clinic visits for treating high blood pressure

Telehealth may be just as good as clinic visits for treating high blood pressure

Fewer than 30% of older adults who need more aggressive treatment for hypertension actually get it, new research shows.

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Choose your family over flu

Choose your family over flu

When we get the flu shot, we’re protecting our loved ones – and ourselves. That’s especially true for people who survived heart disease and stroke and are at risk for hospitalization from the flu. Flu season is coming – get your shot today.

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Talk about health risks, Type 2 diabetes

Talk about health risks, Type 2 diabetes

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Learn about the risk of heart disease and stroke to manage Type 2 diabetes. Be active in your health with “Let's Talk About Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Disease and Stroke,” an online learning tool exploring screenings, lifestyle, medication management and support.

Visit KnowDiabetesbyHeart.org

Make twice the impact

Make twice the impact!

Your gift will go TWICE as far to help end heart disease and stroke by funding research that leads to medical breakthroughs, providing education that leads to prevention, and helping communities live longer, healthier lives.

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You don’t have to do it alone

You don’t have to do it alone

After a gestational diabetes diagnosis, you probably have more questions than answers. We can help. Ask questions, get tips for managing your blood sugar and get the support you need from women who understand what you’re going through.

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Take action for school meals

Take action for school meals

School meals are the healthiest source of calories for children and continue to be a lifeline for students and families. But Congress needs to take action to ensure that children can still access these healthy foods.

Message Congress now

Spicy pumpkin burritos

Spicy pumpkin burritos

Skip the meat today and try this hearty vegetarian burrito full of fiber and goodness.

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