February is National Heart Month! 

This month we want to help our communities lower their risk of heart disease. People with diabetes are at an increased risk of developing heart disease and twice as likely to die from heart attack or stroke. However, a recent survey suggest only about half of those living with diabetes are aware of the elevated risk. 

“That’s why the ADA and the AHA, along with industry leaders, have teamed up to form the “Know Diabetes By Heart” initiative. These powerhouse organizations want to raise awareness and understanding of the link between people with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease and empower people to reduce their risk for heart disease.”

And we want to help by sharing the incredible resources they have put together for health care professionals. Please enjoy the resources below:

• Know Diabetes by Heart poster
• ASCVD Risk Calculator
• Educational Podcasts
• Brochures
• Fact sheets and infographics

All can be found at KnowDiabetesByHeart

Please refer people with Type 2 diabetes to https://knowdiabetesbyheart.org/ for resources including a quiz to test their knowledge of the link between diabetes and heart disease.

Thank you for helping get the word out! 

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