February is American Heart Month, designated to encourage awareness of the importance of heart health. Read President Obama’s 2014 proclamation of this observance<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Healthfinder.gov offers a helpful toolkit<\/a> that gives strategies for improving heart health.<\/p>\n

Another useful government resource is from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which features information about recognizing a heart attack and making choices that can improve the condition of your heart, cholesterol count, arteries, and other vital functions.\u00a0 See especially the CDC’s 28 Days to a Healthier Hear<\/a>t tips.<\/p>\n

Image courtesy CDC<\/p>\n

Looking for a unique Valentine’s Day present this year?\u00a0 Why not participate in the Million Hearts Initiative<\/a>, which suggests making the gift of a pledge for healthier living.<\/p>\n

Be sure to check out Odum Library’s American Heart Month exhibit featuring more heart healthy displays, books, and other resources, located on the north side of the library first floor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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