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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for men, women, and most racial and ethnic groups. One person dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease.
Everyone’s journey to better heart health is unique. It’s about figuring out what works best for you. Let’s get started.
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Eat a healthy diet: Eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products, and limit sugar and processed foods.
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Be physically active: Try to get at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise each day, like walking briskly.
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Manage your weight: Maintain a healthy weight for you.
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Get enough sleep: Adults 60+ should get 7-9 hours of sleep daily.
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Manage Stress: Practice stress management by incorporating deep breathing, meditation, or talking to your healthcare provider about depression, anxiety, or other stress disorders.
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Check your blood pressure and cholesterol: These are two main risk factors for heart disease.
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Know your risk: Understanding your risk can help you make lifestyle changes.
Check out Live to the Beat to jumpstart your heart health today!
Placer County Residents
Help inform the future of our new Healthy Aging Program!
We value your input in shaping programs that support healthy aging in our community. We invite you to take our Healthy Aging Survey and share your thoughts, experiences, and ideas. Your feedback will help us better understand the needs of older adults and develop programs that promote well-being, independence, and active lifestyles.
The survey is quick, easy, and completely confidential. Every response makes a difference!
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Survey Link:
https://placer.surveymonkey.com/r/PCHealthyAging
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 The Virtual Dementia Tour (VDT) is an immersive experience designed to help caregivers, healthcare professionals, and families understand the challenges faced by individuals with dementia.
The next VDT training will be March 25th in Roseville.
Please email HealthyAging@placer.ca.gov to learn more and sign up!
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 Winter presents unique hazards for older adults, especially regarding fall prevention. Here are essential safety tips to reduce fall risks during colder months:
Outdoor Safety
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Wear Proper Footwear – Choose shoes or boots with non-slip soles and good traction.
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Walk Carefully – Take short, slow steps to maintain balance on icy or wet surfaces.
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Check the Weather – Avoid going out during icy or snowy conditions whenever possible.
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Keep Walkways Clear – Use salt, sand, or cat litter on steps and sidewalks to prevent ice buildup.
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28 Days of Movement
- Move for at least 10-30 minutes daily (walk, stretch, dance, or do chair exercises).
- Incorporate all four types of exercise (endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility)
- Try a new physical activity like Tai chi or gentle yoga.
- Track steps or minutes of movement each day.
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