Topic: American Heart Month

Montgomery County EMS to go “Red” for February

January 30, 2013 |

Clarksville TN -  February is American Heart Month, and the Montgomery County EMS will show their support by temporarily changing their uniform shirts to red for the entire month.

On February 1st, the American Heart Association marks the 10th year of their “Go Red for Women” movement.  While there has been significant progress in the fight against heart disease, there’s still a long way to go. «Read the rest of this article»

Tennessee Department of Health says Fight back against Heart Attack and Stroke

January 29, 2013 |

February is American Heart Month

Nashville, TN – Cardiovascular disease in the leading cause of death in Tennessee and the United States, with more than 2,000 deaths each day nationwide attributed to heart disease or stroke. These conditions are also leading causes of disability, preventing people from working and enjoying time with family and friends.

As part of observances of American Heart Month this February, the Tennessee Department of Health is reminding Tennesseans how they can fight back against heart attack and stroke. «Read the rest of this article»

Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces free health screening at the Kleeman Community Center

February 4, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN – In honor of American Heart month, the Kleeman Community Center, located at 166 Cunningham Lane, will be hosting “Words for the Heart” on Monday, February 13th from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. «Read the rest of this article»

American Heart Month reminds us what we can do to beat the No. 1 killer

February 4, 2012 |

Nashville, TN – Today is the start of American Heart Month and it’s a good time to look at the statistics – and how we can improve them.

Cardiovascular disease is still the No. 1 killer of men and women, killing about 800,000 Americans each year, and nearly 20,000 right here in Tennessee. That’s more than the next four causes of death combined, including all forms of cancer. «Read the rest of this article»

Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for January 29th, 2012

By Parks and Recreation | January 29, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN - The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.

This weeks highlights include:

• Education Fair
• Nominate a Coach TODAY!
• Baseball, Blastball®, Softball & T-ball Youth Recreation Leagues
• Words for the Heart; American Heart Month
• Silver Social
• *NEW* Adaptive Swim Lessons
• After-school Programming

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Reduce your risk for Heart Attack and Stroke

February 11, 2011 |

February is American Heart Month

Nashville, TN – Uncontrolled high blood pressure and high cholesterol are risk factors for heart attack and stroke. New information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows most Americans affected by these conditions are not managing them properly. As part of the observance of American Heart Month this February, the Tennessee Department of Health is reminding Tennesseans how to reduce these risk factors.

“There are a variety of low-cost, highly effective treatments available for high blood pressure and cholesterol,” said Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN. “Simple lifestyle changes can also help reduce our risk of these potentially deadly health conditions. We urge Tennesseans to talk with their healthcare providers about lowering sodium, fat and cholesterol in their diets, and finding a healthy level of physical activity.” «Read the rest of this article»

NBC’s ‘Skate for the Heart’

January 15, 2011 |

American Heart Association to deliver heart-healthy message on January 16th TV special

Nashville, TN – For the third straight year, NBC will dedicate its “Skate for the Heart” broadcast to the topic of heart disease and feature the American Heart Association. The broadcast airs Sunday, January 16th, 3:00pm-5:00pm CST on WSMV Channel 4, just before the start of American Heart Month in February.

Hosted by Olympic gold medalist Peggy Fleming, “Skate for the Heart” links the passion of the Olympic spirit with the message of living a heart-healthy life. Fleming has seen the devastation this disease can cause. Her father died of a heart attack one week before she won the gold medal in 1968. She also recently lost her sister to heart disease. «Read the rest of this article»

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