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This February during American Heart Month, Million Hearts® is challenging men to start one new, heart-healthy behavior. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, and simple changes can make a big difference! Here are some ideas for getting started:
- Schedule a visit with your doctor to talk about heart health. It’s important to schedule regular check-ups even if you think you are not sick. Partner with your doctor and health care team to set goals for improving your heart health, and don’t be afraid to ask questions and trust their advice.
- Add exercise to your daily routine. Start off the month by walking 15 minutes, 3 times each week. By mid-month, increase your time to 30 minutes, 3 times each week.
- Increase healthy eating. Cook heart-healthy meals at home at least 3 times each week and make your favorite recipe lower sodium. For example, swap out salt for fresh or dried herbs and spices.
- Take steps to quit smoking. If you currently smoke, quitting can cut your risk for heart disease and stroke. Learn more at CDC’s Smoking and Tobacco Use website .
- Take medication as prescribed. Talk with your doctor about the importance of high blood pressure and cholesterol medications. If you’re having trouble taking your medicines on time or if you’re having side effects, ask your doctor for help.
Bond Clinic has an extremely experienced Cardiology team, consisting of Karan Bhatia, MD, who is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiovascular CT, Clinical Lipidology, Internal Medicine and Nuclear Cardiology. Dr. Bhatia has been practicing at Bond Clinic 1991. Octavio Cosme, MD is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology and Endovascular Medicine. Muhammad Mustafa, MD is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, Adult Comprehensive Echocardiography and Internal Medicine. Jose Vigoreaux, MD is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He has been practicing at Bond Clinic since 1987. E. H. Willard, MD is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Willard has been practicing at Bond Clinic since 1979.
If you are concerned about your heart health and want to make a change, call 863-293-1191 to make an appointment.
