Men and Their Hearts
Today, we're closing out the month of hearts with the Men!
Did you know, men hearts are slightly bigger but women hearts beat faster?
However, bigger doesn't mean healthier.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in men regardless of race responsible for 1 in 4 men deaths.
Risk factors for heart disease in men include:
Diabetes
Overweight and obesity
Unhealthy diet
Physical inactivity
Excessive alcohol use
Smoking
Hypertension
These can be reduced by:
Limiting alcohol, stress, unhealthy foods and remembering your
ABCs!
Aspirin
Blood Pressure Control
Cholesterol Management
Smoking Cessation
However, almost half of the men in the United States have Hypertension and don't even know it.
Half of men with heart disease that die are asymptomatic, but Top 3 symptoms of heart disease are:
Arrhythmia
Heart Failure
Heart Attack
Every 40 seconds a person in the United States has a heart attack. 2x as likely in men as women.
Signs of a heart attack include:
Pain or discomfort in the chest.
Lightheadedness, nausea, or vomiting.
Jaw, neck, or back pain.
Discomfort or pain in the shoulder or arm.
Shortness of breath.
A heart attack is one of the top symptoms of heart disease and being able to recognize the symptoms of one and seeking emergency care immediately can save your life.
Minutes matter!
Recognize the signs and call 911 asapually!
