THE HEALTH MINUTE FEATURED DAILY ON
THIS STATION WEEKDAY MORNINGS

This “Health Minute” is brought to you by Desert Valley Hospital…“where our commitment to the good health of our friends and neighbors is stronger than ever”.  Did you know that February is Heart Health Month? According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the nation’s single leading cause of death for both men and women. At least 58.8 million people in this country suffer from some form of heart disease.  And on the whole, cardiovascular diseases kill some 950,000 Americans every year.  But the good news is that measures can be taken to prevent heart disease.  Studies show that nearly everyone can become more heart healthy by following a few key steps, such as eating a healthy diet, exercising, quitting smoking, and maintaining a healthy body weight.  Still, there are many misconceptions about heart disease.  Desert Valley Hospital offers a variety of health education, and events like the Block Walk on February 26 and the New Heart and Sole Program starting at the Mall of Victor Valley on March 3.  Desert valley Hospital-helping you stay healthy, active and informed.  For more information, please call 760-955-WELL.

More info on Desert Valley Hospital at www.dvmc.com