Both women and men who have a heart attack often have chest pain. However, women are more likely to experience more subtle symptoms they may not recognize as symptoms of a heart attack. #NWHW

If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, use these resources to find help for yourself, a friend, or a family member: go.nih.gov/cka2JoU . #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthMonth

May is National #DentalCareMonth . It's important to practice good oral hygiene at home to protect your heart. Gum disease increases inflammation in the body, which may trigger plaque buildup in your arteries. go.nih.gov/yS1j1nu

Managing stress helps #OurHearts . Show your heart some love with one of these smoking alternatives:

❤️Go for a walk
❤️Take deep breaths
❤️Seek support
❤️Get enough sleep

Your heart will thank you! #OurHearts ❤

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If you're pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant, take steps to manage your heart health. Cardi-O sat down with Dr. Patrice Desvigne-Nickens, Program Director of @NIH_NHLBI’s Division of Cardiovascular Diseases, to learn how to ensure a heart-healthy pregnancy. #NWHW

Self-measuring your blood pressure can be helpful for managing hypertension. Talk with your doctor about whether you should monitor your blood pressure at home.

May is #HighBloodPressureMonth ! Talk to your healthcare provider about what your blood pressure numbers mean for you.

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Are you measuring your blood pressure correctly? Avoid exercising, drinking caffeine, or smoking for 30 minutes before measuring. While measuring, make sure you sit quietly with feet flat on the floor. Learn more 👇 @thehearttruth #HealthyBrainLA

Many of the risk factors for stroke can be managed. Taking small steps like eating healthy, getting regular physical activity, managing stress, and aiming for a healthy weight can help prevent stroke. go.nih.gov/RcA6Cq3 #StrokeMonth

Department of Kinesiology at University of Maryland joins @NIH_NHLBI and The Heart Truth for #WearRedDay to support heart disease prevention! #WearRedandGive #HeartMonth

We’re proudly joining NIH NHLBI and The Heart Truth for #WearRedDay to support heart disease prevention.

Talk to your healthcare provider about what your blood pressure numbers mean for you. As survivors of #preeclampsia #HELLPsyndrome #eclampsia it is important to keep track of your blood pressure even after pregnancy and the initial postpartum period. @thehearttruth_nhlbi

May is #HighBloodPressureMonth ! Talk to your healthcare provider about what your blood pressure numbers mean for you.

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This #NWHW , take charge of your heart health! Schedule a checkup, discuss risk factors, and eat a #HeartHealthy diet. 💖womenshealth.gov go.nih.gov/3EWy7qk

Roses are red ❤️, violets are blue 💙, our love for The Heart Truth’s heart -healthy living resources is steadfast & true! Happy #GovLove to a program that steals our hearts while keeping them healthy 💖

It’s High Blood Pressure Education Month – do you know your blood pressure number? Managing high blood pressure today can help prevent stroke and dementia tomorrow. #HighBloodPressureMonth mindyourrisks.nih.gov @nih_ninds

May is #HighBloodPressureMonth ! Taking small steps—like moving more daily—can help lower and keep blood pressure in a healthy range. Find educational resources, social media posts, graphics, fact sheets, and more to share with your community. go.nih.gov/67mSsBJ

Living with a blood disease or disorder like #Hemophilia or #SickleCell disease can mean greater risk for developing high blood pressure. This #HighBloodPressureMonth , learn to keep your #bloodpressure under control with resources from The Heart Truth: nhlbi.nih.gov/education/high…

MOW West clients receive only the healthiest of foods. All of our meals are low-sodium and approved by an LA County certified dietitian. Sodium can increase blood pressure, thereby increasing ones risk of coronary disease and stroke. #americanheartmonth The Heart Truth