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Regular physical activity benefits both heart health and overall well-being.
Adults should aim for:
• At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week
• Muscle-strengthening activities on two or more days each week
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women.
Common risk factors include:
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Diabetes
• Smoking
• Physical inactivity
• Family history of heart disease
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High blood pressure often develops without noticeable symptoms.
You can manage blood pressure by:
• Following a balanced diet
• Staying physically active
• Limiting sodium intake
• Taking medications as prescribed
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Factors that may increase breast cancer risk include:
• Increasing age
• Family history of breast cancer
• Inherited genetic mutations
• Dense breast tissue
• Personal history of breast cancer
Understanding your risk can help guide screening decisions.
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@Shelleykrzy@WBHI Great point. Social determinants of health can have a big impact on health outcomes. Improving access to education, healthcare, and other resources is essential!