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Heart disease and sudden cardiac death is one of the leading causes of death for adults 65 and older. With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, Advanced Medical Alert has some helpful tips to support heart-health as we age. 1. Eat a heart-healthy diet Choose foods low in saturated fat, trans fat, and sodium. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Include lean protein sources like fish and poultry. Limit red meat and processed foods. 2. Be physically active Aim for at least 2? hours of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week. Include activities like brisk walking, swimming, or dancing. Incorporate muscle-strengthening activities at least two days a week which will also help to improve balance and decrease the risk of fall injury. 3. Maintain a healthy weight Excess weight can strain your heart and make it work much harder increasing your risk of heart-related issues Talk to your doctor about a healthy weight for you. 4. Don't smoke Smoking is a major risk factor for heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Quitting smoking and eliminating nicotine altogether is one of the best things you can do for your health. 5. Manage stress Chronic stress can contribute or exacerbate heart problems Find healthy ways to manage stress, such as exercise, relaxation techniques, or hobbies. 6. Get enough sleep Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep each night. Lack of sleep can increase your risk of heart disease 7. See your doctor regularly Regular checkups can help identify and manage risk factors for heart disease. Talk to your doctor about any concerns you have about your heart health. 8. Know the warning signs of a heart attack and stroke Heart attack: Chest pain or discomfort, upper body pain, shortness of breath, nausea, lightheadedness. Stroke: Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body; sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or understanding speech; sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes; sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination; sudden severe headache with no known cause. Call 911 immediately or activate your medical alert solution if you experience any of these symptoms. Additional tips for older adults to be safe-live well: Stay socially engaged. Social interaction can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being. Keep your mind active. Engage in activities that challenge your mind, such as reading, puzzles, or learning new skills. Take medications as prescribed. If you have any health conditions, follow your doctor's instructions for taking medications. By following these tips, you can help keep your heart healthy and reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, or sudden cardiac death Have a heart-healthy Valentines Day, everyone. ??

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Heart disease and sudden cardiac death is one of the leading causes of death for adults 65 and older. With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, Advanced Medical Alert has some helpful tips to support heart-health as we age. 1. Eat a heart-healthy diet Choose foods low in saturated fat, trans fat, and sodium. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Include lean protein sources like fish and poultry. Limit red meat and processed foods. 2. Be physically active Aim for at least 2? hours of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week. Include activities like brisk walking, swimming, or dancing. Incorporate muscle-strengthening activities at least two days a week which will also help to improve balance and decrease the risk of fall injury. 3. Maintain a healthy weight Excess weight can strain your heart and make it work much harder increasing your risk of heart-related issues Talk to your doctor about a healthy weight for you. 4. Don't smoke Smoking is a major risk factor for heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Quitting smoking and eliminating nicotine altogether is one of the best things you can do for your health. 5. Manage stress Chronic stress can contribute or exacerbate heart problems Find healthy ways to manage stress, such as exercise, relaxation techniques, or hobbies. 6. Get enough sleep Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep each night. Lack of sleep can increase your risk of heart disease 7. See your doctor regularly Regular checkups can help identify and manage risk factors for heart disease. Talk to your doctor about any concerns you have about your heart health. 8. Know the warning signs of a heart attack and stroke Heart attack: Chest pain or discomfort, upper body pain, shortness of breath, nausea, lightheadedness. Stroke: Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body; sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or understanding speech; sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes; sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination; sudden severe headache with no known cause. Call 911 immediately or activate your medical alert solution if you experience any of these symptoms. Additional tips for older adults to be safe-live well: Stay socially engaged. Social interaction can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being. Keep your mind active. Engage in activities that challenge your mind, such as reading, puzzles, or learning new skills. Take medications as prescribed. If you have any health conditions, follow your doctor's instructions for taking medications. By following these tips, you can help keep your heart healthy and reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, or sudden cardiac death Have a heart-healthy Valentines Day, everyone. ??

? "?? Chilly out there? ?? Don't forget to check on your elderly neighbors! ???? Cold weather can be dangerous for them. A quick phone call or a knock on the door can make a big difference. #WinterSafety #CommunityCare" ? Here are some ways you can help: Offer to help with errands like grocery shopping or picking up prescriptions. Remind them to stay indoors as much as possible. Make sure they have enough warm clothes, blankets, and a working heating system. Encourage them to drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.

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Wishing you and yours a joyous holiday season filled with warmth, cheer, and unforgettable moments. Happy Holidays from Advanced Medical Alert! ?? #HappyHolidays, #HolidaySeason, #SeasonGreetings

#Business Etiquette #CancelCulture#WeCanDoBetter I have noticed an alarming trend in recent years with the way many (not all) healthcare organizations communicate and execute business matters with competitors and partners. For many healthcare organizations today, the execution of their current business practice demonstrates leadership deficiencies and a glaring lack of respect and ethics for competing businesses' and the patients' they serve. From a business perspective alone, I believe America’s most successful healthcare organizations create ironclad business cultural integrity and ethics. However, this standard does require healthcare business leaders with above average business savviness, values, and people skills to execute. In my opinion and assessment, many healthcare business leaders and company cultures do not function this way in America today. They hire immature leaders with deficient experience coupled with character deficiencies ethically that do not add up to a "culture of caring". Often times these deficient leaders take the easy route and enact the “Cancel Culture” with emotional and power-driven knee-jerk reactions and decisions. Today’s “Cancel Culture” mindset only exacerbates more societal contention, distrust, and friction amongst the masses. #WeCanDoBetter It is extremely easy to throw away and shun a business partner, colleague, friend, or mentor when we do not see eye-to-eye instead of working through our differences and grievances professionally. I was nurtured to stand up and fight for what I believe in growing up in the “Rust Belt” community of Youngstown, Ohio. However, I was taught to respect one another’s differences and work through disagreements. What happened to these values and the “old school” practice where leaders sat together in a room and talked through disagreements and had the “guts” to have tough conversations face-to-face? We have systemically as a culture become very weak in these types of matters. Normalcy for many deficient healthcare business leaders today are to hide behind emails and “keyboard” deliver their autocratic leadership style and banter- all while making bad decision after bad decision. #WeCanDoBetter #TheAdvancedDifference

Great post, Anna! #SeniorsMatter. A reminder to reach out to your older adult relatives, friends, and associates. A reminder to be kind to one another.

The holidays can be a difficult time for older adults, but there are many ways to help them feel included and supported: Loneliness and isolation The holidays can be especially hard for older adults who are already isolated or don't have many social connections.?Loneliness can lead to serious health issues, including depression, anxiety, and cardiovascular disease. Emotional challenges The holidays can trigger feelings of sadness, depression, or anxiety.?Older adults may also feel pressure to spend time with family and friends, even if they don't feel up to it. Loss The holidays can bring a heightened sense of loss, whether it's the loss of a loved one, a loss of family traditions, or a loss of a sense of purpose. Health-related issues Health problems can make it difficult for older adults to participate in holiday celebrations. Financial stress The holidays can add to financial stress. Here are some ways to help older adults enjoy the holidays: Include them in activities Invite them to church, over to your home, or include them in other family or community activities. Make them feel special Treat them to a spa day, or help them get dressed up in their favorite fancy attire. Send cards and mail Ask friends and family to send cards, photographs, or drawings to their mailbox. Make cookies Bake cookies together or ask them if they have a family recipe they want to make. Go on a drive Take a drive to see holiday light displays or listen to holiday music. Have a safe and wonderful Holiday Season. Anna P.