Physical wellbeing is a key pillar in our overall Wellness program. This month we are taking a closer look at one aspect of Physical Wellness - Heart Health.
This February celebrates the 57th Annual American Heart Month – an opportunity to shed light on heart disease and heart care prevention. Cardiovascular (heart) Disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, with the CDC stating, “one person dies every 36 seconds in the United States from cardiovascular disease…that is 1 in every 4 deaths”.
In many cases, heart disease can be prevented by embracing a healthy lifestyle. Starting early is best but it is never too late to take steps to prolong your life by increasing healthy behaviors.
Things you can start right now:
- Getting regular checkups: Kaiser or Cigna - Don't forget to submit your completion in Vitaility for points!
- Eating a heart healthy diet
- Additional physical activity
- Monitoring & maintaining blood pressure within a healthy level
- Not smoking
- Address stress, emotional and mental wellbeing - Check out Essex's page on burnout and stress management here.
- Managing a healthy weight
- Staying hydrated
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This Friday, Feb. 4, is National Wear Red Day as part of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women initiative. Please join us in wearing red and showing your support to help raise awareness about heart disease. Check out goredforwomen.org for additional information about the AHA’s campaign. Share pictures of you and your teams supporting the cause and send them to wellness@essex.com. |
PLEASE NOTE: This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.