
Life’s Essential 8 are the key measures for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health, as defined by the American Heart Association. Better cardiovascular health helps lower the risk for heart disease, stroke and other major health problems.
Life's Essential 8 comprises two major areas: Health Behaviors and Health Factors
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Life’s Essential 8™ for Kids
We all want our kids to grow up healthy and happy. The American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 are the key measures for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health. Supporting good heart and brain health early helps lower the risk for heart disease, stroke and other major health problems later in life.
10 Key Facts from the New High Blood Pressure Guideline
Learn the top 10 takeaways from the new high blood pressure guideline: dementia risks, heart disease prevention, pregnancy concerns, when to seek emergency care and more.

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