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13th Annual Women’s Heart & Stroke
SeminarFebruary 22, 2020
“It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.”
- Mahatma Gandhi
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of womenin the United States.
Heart Disease
Congestive heart failure is a condition in which the heart’s function as a pump is inadequate to meet the body’s needs.
Congestive Heart Failure
Also known as Coronary Heart DiseaseOccurs when plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to the heart.This can lead to a heart attack.
Coronary Artery Disease
The arteries carry blood and oxygen to the heart.A heart attack occurs if the heart muscle becomes starved for oxygen and the heart muscle dies.
Heart Attack
Long Beach Heart Walk
. Pain
.pressure or discomfort in chest
. Shortness of breath
. Right arm pain
. Back pain
. Nausea
. Fatigue
Symptoms of A Heart Attack for A Woman
The most common congenital heart problems:Defects in the walls between the atria and the ventriclesHeart muscle abnormalities that can lead to heart failureHeart valve defects
Congenital Heart Disease
“Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.”
- Betty Friedman
A valve that is not functioning properly usually causes a noise, called a murmur.A heart murmur is a sign of valve disease.
Heart Murmurs
Center for Women’s Cardiac Health & Research
No. 1 cause of adult disabilityNo. 5 cause of death
What is A Stroke?
BALANCESudden loss of balance coordinationEYESSudden vision changesFACESudden facial droopARMSudden arm or leg weakness on one sideSPEECHSudden trouble speaking or understanding speechTIMETIME TO CALL 9-1-1
Know the Signs of Stroke
Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib)High Blood PressureHigh CholesterolDiabetesOverweight
Stroke Risk Factors
A-Fib is a quivering or irregular heartbeat that can lead to stroke or other heart related complications.This irregular heartbeat can cause blood clots that can travel to the brain and cause a stroke.
Atrial Fibrillation
Diabetes affects 25.8 million people.8.3% of the U.S. population has diabetes.In 2010, 27% of U.S. residents aged 65 years and older had diabetes.Diabetes is a major cause of heart disease and stroke.
Diabetes
“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says, ‘I’m possible!”
- Audrey Hepburn
Blood Glucose LevelsLow Blood Sugar•< 70Normal Blood Sugar•70 - 100High Blood Sugar•> 120
Know Your Numbers
It is estimated that 68 million people have high blood pressure (hypertension).1 in 3 U.S. adultsHigh blood pressure increases the risk for heart disease and stroke.
Hypertension
Center for Women’s Cardiac Health & Research
Normal Blood Pressure120/80High Blood Pressure150/100
Know Your Numbers
LDL means low-density lipoprotiensThis is BAD CHOLESTEROLHealthy LDL is less than 100
HDL means high-density lipoprotiensThis is GOOD CHOLESTEROLHealthy HDL is 60
Cholesterol
BMI (body mass index) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight.Healthy BMI is less than or equal to 25
BMI less than 18.50UnderweightBMI 18.5 to 24.99 Healthy weightBMI 25.00 to 29.99 OverweightBMI 30 or more Obese
Know Your Numbers
30 minutes of exercise 5 times a week150 minutes total
Exercise
How Much Salt are You Having?
2000 mg per dayOne teaspoon
Watch Your Salt
Transfats
Bad Fats
Unsaturated FatsOlive oil, nuts, avocado
Good Fats
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”
- John Quincy Adams
Omega 3 fatty acids may Decrease triglyceridesLower blood pressureReduce blood clottingDecrease stroke and heart failure riskReduce irregular heartbeats
Salmon, Fish Oil are good sources
Omega-3
Know Your Risk Factors!
Heart Diseases Stroke
Atrial fibrillation (A-Fib)
Diabetes
High Cholesterol
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Overweight
Smoking
Physical Inactivity
Age 55 or older
Heart Diseases Stroke
Pain or pressure in chest Sudden numbness of face, arm or leg
Shortness of breath Confusion or trouble speaking
Right arm pain Sudden trouble walking
Back pain Sudden severe headache
Fatigue or nausea Remember - Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time
Know the Signs!
Lab Test Healthy Range
Blood Glucose 70 - 100
Blood Pressure 120/80
LDL Less than 100
HDL 60 or higher
Know Your Numbers!
Avoid TransfatsInclude Good Fats and Omega-3Reduce Your Salt Intake Exercise 150 Minutes a Week
Eat Well, Be Well
FYI!
To obtain a copy of today’s presentations, please go to:
http://www.memorialcare.org/HeartStroke