Think you’re too young to worry about heart disease? Think again! From not smoking to exercising on a regular basis, the habits you develop now have a big impact on your cardiovascular health later in life. Do you also believe that heart disease is not a women’s disease? This is a common misperception. Cardiovascular… Continue Reading
heart disease
Cardiovascular Disease: Not Just a Man’s Disease
While February is known for Valentine’s Day it also marks another heart event, American Heart month. This health observance was developed by the American Heart Association (AHA) to raise funds for research and education regarding the nation’s top killers – cardiovascular disease and stroke. You may be familiar with National Wear Red Day occurring… Continue Reading
U.S. Life Expectancy Drops Slightly to 77.8 Years
The average life expectancy in the U.S. dropped slightly to 77.8 years, according to a preliminary report issued by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The statistics are based on the most recent data from 2008. Slight Decrease in Life Expectancy Life expectancy for both males and females decreased slightly. It went from 75.4 to… Continue Reading