In need of a health topic for February?
Now is the prime time to discuss the question, “Why is heart health important?” As we go into the month focused on love thanks to Valentine’s Day, it’s time to show a little love to American Heart Month, which is celebrated in February, too.
Every 36 seconds in the U.S., someone dies from cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to the 2021 Heart Disease and Stroke Report by the American Heart Association. Heart disease is also the number one cause of death in the United States.
For employers, it’s a great time to remind remote workers and office workers who sit all day the importance of practicing heart-healthy activities. Starting good habits now can make all the difference for cardiac health.
Below, we take a look at the importance of heart health and the known risk factors that can cause serious cardiovascular events that could impact your employee’s life in an instant.