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Cardiovascular Disease Prevention - Community Health Services
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Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
with Public Health Educator, Jill Heine, BS, MPH
Contact this Public Health Educator @ jillh@hamiltontn.gov or 423-209-8246 for more information.
The goal of the Cardiovascular Disease Prevention program is to improve the cardiovascular health and quality of life for Hamilton county residents. This is accomplished through educational/awareness activities, screening and referral of high risk individuals/early identification of heart disease (hypertension, heart attack, strokes) and prevention of recurrent cardiovascular events.
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Educational Programs include:
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- Heart Disease Prevention- "Knowing your Numbers"
- Stroke Prevention- "Knowing the Signs"
- Stress Management
- Identifying Diabetes and Diabetes Management
- Healthy Eating
- Managing Portion Sizes
- Ways to Increase Physical Activity
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Available screenings:
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- Blood Pressure
- Body Mass Index (BMI)
- Height/Weight/ Waist Circumference
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Cardiovascular Health Resources:
Charts and References:
Calculate your own Body Mass Index (BMI)
Formula: weight (lb) / [height (in)]2 x 703
Divide weight in pounds (lbs) by height in inches (in) squared / multiply by factor of 703
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The standard weight status categories associated with BMI ranges for adults are:
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BMI |
Weight Status |
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Below 18.5 |
Underweight |
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18.5 – 24.9 |
Normal |
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25.0 – 29.9 |
Overweight |
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30.0 and Above |
Obese |
Example:Weight = 150 lbs, Height = 5'5" (65")
Calculation: [150 ÷ (65)2] x 703 = 24.96
For more information on body mass index calculations, healthy lifestyles and diet tips, visit: http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/adult_BMI/index.html
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Blood Pressure Level |
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Category |
Systolic |
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Diastolic |
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Normal |
< 120 |
and |
< 80 |
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Prehypertension |
120-139 |
or |
80-89 |
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High Blood Pressure |
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Stage 1 Hypertension |
140-159 |
or |
90-99 |
| Stage 2 Hypertension |
> 160 |
or |
> 100 |
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