Different groups and service providers organize events, blood pressure screenings, and educational activities for the public on heart-healthy living. The sessions will impart knowledge about physical activity, balanced diet, and regular check-ups and National Heart Month will stress the need for recognizing the signs of heart disease, which include chest pain, shortness of breath, awkward tiredness, etc.

In our local working environment, we see hospitals and community organizations in Greensboro carrying their part by providing the community with free blood pressure checks complemented with heart-healthy workshops. “Sometimes simple lifestyle changes, coupled with increased awareness about cardiac care, can help prevent heart disease. Every day we want to encourage our community members to make heart-healthy decisions.” -Dr. Emily Carter, Cardiologist with Cone Health.

So in the spirit of this National Heart Month, we encourage you to get involved with the activities in your area and take advantage of the resources around you. Equipping yourself with knowledge and taking active steps toward heart health will significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and bless you with an extended and healthy life.