Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease.
The good news...
To prevent heart disease and increase awareness of its effects, Greenleaf Pharmacy is proudly participating in American Heart Month. Locally, one out of five (20.9%) New Yorkers aged 65 and older reported having some type of CVD in 2014.
You can make healthy changes to lower your risk of developing heart disease. Controlling and preventing risk factors is also important for people who already have heart disease. To lower your risk:
Watch your weight.
Quit smoking and stay away from secondhand smoke.
Control your cholesterol and blood pressure.
If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation.
Get active and eat healthy.
How to participate
Join our team or donate here.
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