February is Heart Month: Focus on the Heart-Brain Connection

Did you know that the health of your brain and your heart are connected? By keeping your heart healthy, you also lower your risk for brain problems such as stroke and dementia. Your heart pumps blood through vessels to every part of your body, including your brain. Damage to blood vessels can lead to serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, and dementia. Keeping your blood vessels healthy can help you have a strong heart and brain. Read more about the heart health - brain health connection and Alzheimer's Disease and dementias.  

Also, if you're a provider, check out these rack cards on risk reduction for your waiting room.