Tyson Health Flyer (FEB 2021)

Know the facts
heart disease
about
February
If you think you, or someone
else, is having a heart attack,
call 9-1-1
immediately.
How is heart disease
diagnosed?
Your doctor can perform several
tests to diagnose heart disease,
including chest X-rays, coronary
angiograms, electrocardiograms
and exercise stress tests.
Can heart disease be
prevented?
You can reduce your risk of
heart disease:
• Don’t smoke.
• Maintain a healthy weight.
• Eat a healthy diet.
• Exercise regularly.
• Prevent or treat your other
health conditions, especially
high blood pressure, high
cholesterol and diabetes.
What is heart disease?
Each year, more than 600,000 Americans die of heart disease. It
is the leading cause of death in the United States. The term “heart
disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. Coronary artery
disease (CAD), when a substance called plaque builds up in your
arteries, is the most common. Other kinds of heart disease
involve the valves in the heart or make the heart unable to pump well.
Are you at risk?
Anyone, including children, can develop heart disease.
Factors that contribute to heart disease:
• Smoking
• Eating an unhealthy diet
• Not getting enough exercise
What are the signs and symptoms?
• Having high cholesterol
• Having high blood pressure
• Having diabetes
Symptoms of heart disease vary depending on the type of heart
disease. For many people, chest discomfort or a heart attack are
the first signs. Someone having a heart attack may experience
several symptoms, including:
• Chest pain or discomfort
that doesn’t go away after
a few minutes.
• Pain or discomfort in the
jaw, neck or back.
• Shortness of breath.
How is heart disease treated?
• Pain or discomfort in
the arms or shoulder.
• Weakness, lightheadedness,
nausea
(feeling sick to your
stomach), or a cold sweat.
If you have heart disease, lifestyle changes can lower your risk
for complications. Your doctor also may prescribe medication to
treat the disease.
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Meet Our Case Manager
Deana Bradshaw, R.N.
Deana, a BlueAdvantage
Administrators of Arkansas
case manager, has been in
nursing for more than 30
years. She has a background
in nephrology (kidney
health) and hospice care.
Case management supports
people with more complex
healthcare needs associated with chronic
conditions, severe illness, injury or other
medical needs. Case managers are registered
nurses certified in case management who
can help you and your family navigate the
complex healthcare system.
Deana’s goal is to provide each member with
the resources and educational tools they
need to get the most from their healthcare
benefits. “I help our members live fearlessly
by teaching them about the tools and
resources that are available,” she said. When
she isn’t working, Deana enjoys shopping for
antiques, flower gardening and cooking.