In celebration of American Heart Month this February, the WOW Program is highlighting ways to a healthy heart.
Many risk factors for heart disease can be prevented and controlled with lifestyle choices. Quitting tobacco, maintaining a healthy weight, and being physically active are three of the most impactful ways to reduce risk for heart disease. Improving diet choices to include more fruits and vegetables and less sodium, sugar, and saturated/trans fats is also an effective way to reduce one’s risk for heart disease.
The WOW Program provides many services that can evaluate and improve heart health. WOW nurses can assess an individual’s risk factors for heart disease, administer screenings, and educate on healthy lifestyle choices. Screenings include blood pressure checks, cholesterol tests, and hemoglobin A1C testing.
The WOW Van continues to visit four sites per month. Services are provided inside the following facilities: the first Thursday at Monticello High School (3-7 pm) and third Thursday at the Annandale City Hall (2-6 pm). The 2017 WOW Program schedule is available at www.co.wright.mn.us/calendar.aspx?CID=29 or on our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/WrightCtyPublicHealth). Call 763-682-7516 (toll-free 1-800-362-3667 ext. 7516) with questions or to schedule an appointment.
