Cardiometabolic risk (CMR) is an array of risk factors such as high blood pressure, high glucose, elevated triglycerides, low “good” cholesterol and abdominal obesity. The combination of at least three risk factors may lead to an increased risk of developing Type II Diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Cardiometabolics: The Link Between Blood Pressure, Blood Glucose, Cholesterol And More
Peter Klementowicz, MD, FACC Cardiologist/ Lipidologist, Lynn Scott, APRN
Wed., Feb. 3 ~ 6:30 to 8 PM
Diabetes and the Cardiometabolic Syndrome (CMS) are evolving as global epidemics. In the U.S., 47 million are afflicted with CMS. This disorder is more common in women and carries a disproportionate increase in cardiovascular disease. Do you know your risk? No charge. Registration required.
Why It’s So Important To Lower Your Cardiometabolic Risk (CMR) Through Nutrition, Exercise And Stress Management
Jacquie Cuddihy, RD, LD, CDE, Denise Houseman, MS, Marilyn Ashour, RD, BSN, BA, Certified Hypnotist
Wed., Feb. 10 ~ 6:30 to 8 PM
Taking action to reduce or lower your CMR is the most important choice you can make. Learn updates to the Mediterranean diet, the gold standard of nutrition, how physical activity impacts all risk factors and can be fun at the same time, and how to reduce psychosocial stressors using stress management techniques. No charge. Registration required.
Keeping Your Heart Rhythm In Sync With Cardiac Devices
Jeanne Finn, APRN
Thurs., Feb. 11 ~ 1 to 2:30 PM
Location: Community Health Services, 195 McGregor St., Suite LL22
Arrhythmias (palpitations) are disorders of the regular rhythmic beating of the heart. They’re common – about 2.2 million Americans are living with Atrial Fibrillation (one type of rhythm problem). Learn the causes, diagnosis and treatment. No charge. Registration required.
The New England Heart Institute is hosting a lecture series to celebrate heart month. Call ASK-A-NURSE at 626.2626 or register online. All programs are held at Catholic Medical Center. All programs are located at Catholic Medical Center unless otherwise noted. Space is limited.