(Resource) Heart and Stroke Resources

Here are a variety of Heart and Stroke Resources for older adults.

Improving Cardiovascular Health

 The Libin Institute at the University of Calgary is committed to reducing the impact of cardiovascular disease. Explore some free resources to help you meet your healthy lifestyle goals. 

Access them here.

Heart Disease Info-Sheet for Seniors

This four-page Health Canada document provides information on warning signs, risk factors, prevention strategies, and treatment protocols. 

Access the Info-sheet here.

The Portfolio diet: An investment in your heart health?

Heart disease is an umbrella term for diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels. These diseases most often result from the narrowing and blockage of arteries by plaque deposits, and this is often caused by high cholesterol. Luckily, healthy lifestyle choices—like diet modifications—are a good way to combat heart disease.  Learn more here.

How to Have a Healthy Heart

Richard Hughson, Schlegel Research Chair in Vascular Aging and Brain Health, shares simple ways to keep your heart healthy and strong, as well as warning signs to look out for.

Learn more here.

Stroke in Canada

Stroke can happen at any age, so know the signs and know what it looks like.

Access the Infographic from The Public Health Agency of Canada here.

Over 30 years of thinking big revolutionizes stroke care in Canada

Stroke prevention, treatment and recovery has completely transformed over the past several decades, due to research breakthroughs, increased awareness and improvements to systems of care in Canada. However, the need for stroke treatment and services is also increasing, and more needs to be done to increase recognition of the signs of stroke. Read more here.