National Wear Red Day
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- Published on Tuesday, 02 February 2016 16:43
Let's unite to prevent heart disease and stroke.
Get tips on how you can get involved. Go to
GoRedForWomen.org/WearRedDay.
What is Go Red For Women?
Go Read For Women started more than 10 years ago because the American Heart Association learned that more women were dying from heart disease than men. Now we're the world's largest network of women fighting to protect ourselves from the dangers of heart disease and stroke. And we're making a difference!
Heart disease and stroke cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year - more than all cancers combined. But we can change that because 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented with education and lifestyle changes. Join us and be a part of the movement that is making a difference in the health of women in your community.
Cancer Prevention Month
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- Published on Tuesday, 02 February 2016 16:17
February is Cancer Prevention Month
February is National Cancer Prevention Month and the American Institute for Cancer Research is launching its Cancer Prevention: Together We Can campaign to show Americans how they and their families can lower cancer risk.
Through Cancer Prevention: Together We Can, we are offering you simple tools and information to turn AICR's recommendations into everyday habits for cancer prevention.
Our free CAN PREVENT Action Planner is a great way to get started. Our Action Planner has daily cancer prevention tips/guidelines to help you move more and eat smarter.
Download your free planner and take your first steps to lowering your risk for cancer!
To truly embody the nature of the "Together We Can" message, we're asking you to help spread the word that almost 50% of the most common cancers can be prevented through everyday choices like what you eat and how much you move.
Scholarships Available to Power Up to the Summit 2016
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- Published on Tuesday, 02 February 2016 16:00
Power Up to the Summit 2016 is actually two conferences in one! The Missouri Assistive Technology Conference and Expo AND the Missouri Statewide Independent Living Council have teamed up to provide you one exciting and informative event.
Power Up to The Summit
April 17019, 2016
Saint Charles Convention Center
Saint Charles, Missouri
Through the generosity of the Missouri Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities and AT for Missourians, Missouri Assistive Technology is pleased to offer scholarships to attend Power Up to the Summit at the Saint Charles Convention Center in Saint Charles, Missouri, April 17, 18 and 19.
A limited number of scholarships are available to individuals with disabilities and/or family members of people with disabilities who benefit from assistive technology. All selected applicants must be able to attend all sessions on Monday, April 18 and Tuesday, April 19th.
To request an application or to receive more information, please contact David Baker or via phone at 800-647-8557.
February is American Heart Month
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- Published on Thursday, 28 January 2016 11:53
February is American Heart Month. The Andrew County Health Department wants you to reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke by knowing your ABCS.
Heart disease and stroke are the first and fourth leading causes of death in the United States. Heart disease is responsible for 1 of every 4 deaths in the country. The good news is that heart disease and stroke can be prevented, and February - American Heart Month - is a great time to refresh your memory on the small but important actions you can take.
A: Aspirin
Talk to your health care provider and team to see if taking an aspirin each day is right for you.
B: Blood Pressure Control
High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of heart disease and stroke. One in three American adults has high blood pressure - that's about 70 million people. Unfortunately, less than half of people with high blood pressure have their condition under control. Work with your health care team to find out if you have high blood pressure. If you do, take steps to reduce it:
Get active by exercising for at least 30 minutes most days of the week.
Eat a heart-healthy diet that is high in fresh fruits and vegetables and low in sodium, saturated and trans fats, and cholesterol.
Follow your health care provider's instructions when it comes to taking medicines or measuring your blood pressure at home.
C: Cholesterol
High cholesterol affects 1 in 3 American adults. Getting a simple blood test is the only way you can know if you have high cholesterol. Your doctor can suggest steps you can take to prevent high cholesterol or to reduce your levels if they are high.
S. Smoking
Cigarette smoking greatly increases your risk of heart disease. If you're a smoker, quit as soon as possible, and if you don't smoke, don't start. Get help from 1-800-QUIT-NOW or SmokeFree.gov.
Learn more about Million Hearts and ways to protect your heart during February and throughout the year at MillionHearts.hss.gov