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Your Heart is in the Right Place

For Heart Month this year, make lasting changes that will keep your heart healthy.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death among men and women in the United States, but it’s also one of the most preventable. We recognize Heart Month every February in order to bring awareness to this disease and remind ourselves to pay attention to our hearts and what it might be telling us.

Our Expert Heart Care

Learn about the comprehensive heart care we provide in your area and throughout our health system.

Make Changes for Your Heart

The American Heart Association says that by 2035, 45% of adults in the U.S. will live with some form of cardiovascular disease. However, an estimated 80% of cardiovascular diseases, including heart disease and stroke, are preventable through education and small changes to our daily routines.

There are steps you can take to reduce your risk of heart disease — and one of them is just to add more steps to your day. Exercise is a great way to strengthen your heart and get your body to a healthy weight.

Other Ways to Decrease Your Risk:

The American Heart Association recommends that heart disease prevention begins early in life. Protect your heart — and your overall health — with an annual primary care provider checkup. We’re here to help you keep the beat and hear what your heart has to say.

What is Your Heart Trying to Tell You?

Take our heart health quiz to learn about your own risk of heart disease as well as steps you can take to stay healthy.

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For Northeast Louisiana Patients

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Live in the Northshore area?

Schedule your Annual Wellness Visit through Our Lady of the Lake Northshore or Our Lady of the Angels Health to review any heart concerns you may have, schedule additional screenings and more.

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More Resources for Heart Health

How to Talk With Your Family About Heart Health

There are many different risk factors for heart disease. Knowing your own risk factors is an important first step toward preventing heart disease. One key part of understanding your risk is talking with your family about your family's medical history.

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From Our Podcast: Understanding Cardiovascular Health

One of our cardiothoracic surgeons talks about heart health including recognizing symptoms, adopting heart-healthy habits and understanding advancements in cardiac care.

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Heart-Healthy Options for Every Meal of Your Day

Delicious food that’s good for your heart health also can be easy to prepare. One of our dietitians shares suggestions for each meal of the day.

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