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Tips for a Healthy Heart
There are several things we can all do to improve our heart health.  First, and foremost, is to educate ourselves and have a thorough understanding of our heart, how it works, and how it is connected with our overall physical, psychological and emotional health. Our heart is much more than a pump.
 
Develop A Healthy Lifestyle
Better lifestyle habits can help you reduce your risk for most health problems. As the #1 killer of Americans, cardiovascular disease has a tremendous impact on each of us as individuals, and our society. On the following pages are key elements to consider. If you are interested in making lifestyle changes, that is the first step!  Many of the action items described may seem daunting at first—move forward as you can—each small step can add up to big changes!

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