Cuyuna Regional Medical Center's Family Nurse Practitioner, Ashley Hanson, will share valuable insights on heart health during an upcoming episode of KKIN Radio's Community Connection program. Tune in to 94.3 FM on Thursday, February 8, from 8 to 8:15 a.m. as she delves into crucial heart health topics in honor of American Heart Month.
Hanson will cover a comprehensive range of subjects during her radio segment. Listeners can expect to gain knowledge on various aspects of heart health, including:
- Symptoms of Heart Attack for Men and Women: Understanding the signs is vital for prompt action and better outcomes.
- Risk Factors for Heart Disease: Identifying and managing risk factors is critical to preventing heart-related issues.
- Blood Pressure: Maintaining optimal blood pressure levels for overall heart health is important.
- Diabetes and Heart Disease: Exploring the link between diabetes and its impact on heart health.
- Diet - Cholesterol/Sodium: Dietary considerations for managing cholesterol and sodium intake.
- Exercise Recommendations: Highlighting the role of regular physical activity in maintaining a healthy heart.
- Alcohol Use: Exploring the relationship between alcohol consumption and heart health.
- Caffeine Intake: Understanding the effects of caffeine on the cardiovascular system.
- Sleep Apnea: Recognizing and addressing sleep apnea as a potential risk factor for heart issues.
Hanson, a member of CRMC's Internal Medicine team, joined the team in July 2020. She earned her Doctor of Family Nurse Practitioner degree at the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth and a Registered Nursing Bachelor's degree from Concordia College in Moorhead. Hanson lives with her husband and two children in Breezy Point.