February is American Heart Month

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among Native Americans and Alaska Natives. You can reduce your risk by keeping your blood pressure and cholesterol levels at healthy levels, not smoking, exercising regularly, and maintaining a good weight.

• CDC features American Heart Month Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov 
• NIH features fact sheets and publications about heart disease Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov 
• IHS Division of Diabetes Treatment and Prevention page