Chapter NEWS/EVENTS
Mended Hearts 18th Annual Charity Golf Event
1. Save the date (Tuesday Aug 5th@ Moose Run Golf Course) for a chance to become Anchorages’ newest millionaire at our 18th Annual Charity Golf Tournament). In addition, we will have (2) Hole in One opportunity's from 150yds for $10K Cash and a Hawaiian Vacation for 2 people for 6 days including airfare, hotel. In addition, over $1K in door prizes will be given away with free continental breakfast and lunch!
Cost: Pre-registered and paid before July 15 is $150ea,or $580 foursome!
(Active duty and retired military $125ea.) Cost after July 15 will be $175ea or $700 per foursome. ($150 active or retired military)
-Singles are welcome; we will place you on a team!
-Mulligans are available for $15 each or 2 for $20
-Register early and save $$$.
2. All proceeds will stay in Alaska to support Heart Patients and their Caregivers!
3. Mended Hearts Anchorage is a nonprofit 501 (C) (3)
4. Diamond Sponsorships ($2500) will have automatic entry for 1 player to participate in the $1,000,000 shootout!
email Ron mendedheartsak@hotmail.com for all the details!
YOU CAN'T AFFORD TO MISS THIS TOURNAMENT!
5. Our next monthly meeting will be September 23rd, 1pm @ BP Conference Center 900 E Benson Blvd Anchorage AK. Have a great, fun summer!!
Heart Attack Symptoms
Risk Factors that Can be Changed
Risk Factors that Can be Changed
Chest discomfort that feels like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach. Shortness of breath, heartburn, cold sweats, nausea, lightheadedness, or anxiety.
Risk Factors that Can be Changed
Risk Factors that Can be Changed
Risk Factors that Can be Changed
What can you do--or stop doing--to stave off heart disease? Stop Smoking; Reduce High Blood Cholesterol; Reduce High Blood Pressure; Physical Inactivity; Control Weight and Obesity; Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Depression
Risk Factors that Can be Changed
Depression is actually a fairly common condition among heart patients. Depression isn't a character flaw , nor is it something you can shake off or snap out of. it's a serious condition that requires medical care.
Medication Adherence
Medication Adherence
It's estimated that over 100,000 people die each year because they fail to take their medications as prescribed. If you feel the medications are not right for you consult your medical staff.
Diet
Medication Adherence
Get Involved
You most likely will need to change your diet after a heart event. More fruits and vegetables are always a good choice to consider. Talk with your medical staff to determine what is right for you.
Get Involved
Medication Adherence
Get Involved
A recent study indicated heart patients who became involved in a volunteer program recovered more quickly and were less likely to have a recurring event. Join us at Mended Hearts-Anchorage and learn how to give back to the community.