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Heart Health

You don’t have to be a health and fitness expert to live a healthier life. You have the power to learn more and make the choices that are best for you and your schedule. Try simple things like a healthier snack, getting in a few extra steps, or learning more about healthy blood pressure numbers – your heart is
counting on you.

Know Your Numbers

Normal Blood Pressure - 120 systolic over 80 diastolic (120/80 mmHg) or lower. Hypertension/High Blood Pressure – Regular blood pressure readings of 130-139/80-89 mmHg.

People living with high blood pressure should consider participating in a Self-Measured Blood Pressure (SMBP) monitoring program to help better manage their blood pressure. Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or insurance company about SMBP programs near you. View more information on SMBP.

Cholesterol: There are two types of blood cholesterol. Low density lipoproteins (LDL) are the bad type. High density lipoproteins (HDL) are the good type. Too much of the bad (LDL) type can cause heart problems. Good (HDL) cholesterol helps lower your risk for heart disease. Your HDL number should be high and LDL number should be low. Your health care provider can test your numbers, and living a healthy, active lifestyle can help keep your cholesterol in check!

Physical Activity

Every step, kick, move or swing counts when it comes to taking care of your heart!

Adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity a week and at least two days of muscle-strengthening activity a week. Below are helpful resources to find more ways to get moving:

Heart Healthy Opportunities in Your Community

McIntosh County OSU Extension - enrollment begins January 6, 2025.
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Beckham County Health Department - enrollment is now open!
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