This Month In Health

February is the month of love. It’s also American Heart Month. Show your heart some love by taking time to learn about heart health.

Heart Health & Heart Disease Awareness

As you focus on your health goals this year, don’t forget about a very important muscle—your heart. Your heart works hard for you every day. Small choices like staying active, eating nutritional foods, and managing stress can affect your heart health over time. Heart disease is the most common cause of death in the U.S.

Talk with your provider about important screenings that could benefit your heart’s health. You can start caring for your heart by choosing healthy habits and taking charge of your medical conditions.

• Know the ABCs of Heart Health. You can help reduce your risk and improve your heart health by following the ABCS.
• Eat heart-healthy food. Healthy looks like eating fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.
• Move More. Make a goal to do moderate activity for at least 150 minutes a week.
• Quit tobacco and vaping. Smoking and vaping increase heart risk. Call the TRICARE West Region Tobacco and Vaping Cessation line at 833-818-2414 for support and resources.
• Stay connected. Social support is a great way to stay motivated and accountable.