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HEART AND STROKE EDUCATION

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about the class

Heart & Stroke Education

This 2-session workshop helps you lead a healthier lifestyle and reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke. Our program will give you the knowledge and confidence to make decisions about your heart health.

 

Heart & Stroke Overview & Prevention

Our Registered Nurse will help you understand all the numbers the doctor gives you. They will share information about managing blood pressure and cholesterol levels to reduce your risk of heart disease. They will also discuss how medications and exercise help you achieve the best results.

 

Nutrition for Heart Health

The Registered Dietician will provide you with the information and skills to prevent and manage heart disease through healthy eating. We cover topics such as how to make healthier food choices to reduce risk of a stroke and heart event. You will learn how salt affects your blood pressure and how other parts of your diet can change your cholesterol levels.

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CLASS SCHEDULE

Overview & Prevention with Registered Nurse

Jul 10      Thurs Afternoon 1:30-4pm
Aug 5      Tue Morning       9:30-12pm
Aug 13     Wed Evening      5:30-8pm
Sep 9      Tue Morning       9:30-12pm
Sep 24     Wed Evening      5:30-8pm

Nutrition with Registered Dietician

Jul 17      Thurs Afternoon  1:30-4pm
Aug 12     Tue Morning       9:30-12pm
Aug 20    Wed Evening       5:30-8pm
Sep 16     Tue Morning       9:30-12pm
Oct 1       Wed Evening       5:30-8pm

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handouts and resources

Click to find a list of available resources and handouts for your class. You may print them if you wish.

Chronic Disease Management, North Zone
Alberta Health Services

AlbertaHealthyLiving.North@ahs.ca

1-877-349-5711

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