Getting a good night of sleep has many benefits to both physical and mental health. It can help with weight loss, mental sharpness, mood, skin health, and more. In addition, sleep can also have a direct impact on heart health and heart disease risk. But getting quality sleep is a struggle for many people. In a recent study, researchers found that adults who got sufficient, quality sleep had fewer early signs of heart disease than those who slept either too little or too much. People who … [Read more...]
American Heart Association Issues New CPR Guidelines
In the new CPR guidelines recently issued by the American Heart Association, the importance of bystander CPR was re-emphasized. “Cardiac arrest is a life-or-death situation,” the AHA committee chair said. “When every second counts, it’s important for lay people to be ready and willing to start CPR.” The new guidelines recommend that bystanders CPR even if they aren’t sure whether the victim is in cardiac arrest. The risk of harm from CPR is low – especially when compared to the potential risk … [Read more...]
How to Keep Kids Moving During Distance Learning
Physical movement has always been important for children, but that is even more true now, as distance learning has kept kids indoors and on screens. With the school year underway and winter fast approaching, parents are thinking about how to keep their kids healthy and happy in the coming months. The American Heart Association shared some insight and tips on encouraging physical activity while kids are learning from home. What’s one easy way to protect your family’s health while staying at … [Read more...]
What is CPR and Why Is It Important?
At HeartCert CPR, we talk a lot about the lifesaving importance of CPR. But we realize that, for those who don’t work in the medical field, CPR may not be so familiar. So we’re going to get back to basics: what is CPR, and why should everyone be able to perform it? We turned to the American Heart Association for help breaking it down. What is CPR? CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It is performed when the heart stops beating, with the goal of keeping the blood flow active, … [Read more...]
Four Numbers to Track for Heart Health
When it comes to heart health, it’s important to be aware of risk factors and health indicators long before a problem arises. But the sheer volume of information around preventative measures can be overwhelming. To keep it simple, here are four basic metrics that the American Heart Association recommends tracking on a regular basis. Doing so can help you identify and prevent a heart attack or similar issue down the road. Blood Pressure If you track just one measure of heart health, it … [Read more...]
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