Did you know that one of the best ways to avoid a heart attack is by following a few preventative measures? For nearly 40 years, the highly skilled health training team at Northern Kentucky Emergency Medical Services has offered courses throughout the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area to help people stay healthy and prepare for emergencies.

Protect yourself against cardiac arrest with these easy tips:

• Eat healthy: Try to avoid foods that are high in fat, which can cause clots in your arteries. Instead, include more fruits and vegetables in your diet. Ask the cardiac screening specialists at Northern Kentucky Emergency Medical Services about establishing a heart-healthy diet.
• Avoid Smoking: According to the American Heart Association, if you smoke, you’re two to four times more likely to develop heart-clogging plaque in your arteries. Northern Kentucky Emergency Medical Services will gladly run a heart screening for you to determine your risk level.
• Exercise: Even moderate exercise for at least a half hour a day a few times a week can help prevent cardiac arrest. Not sure which types of exercise are right for you? Talk to the first aid and CPR training professionals at Northern Kentucky Emergency Medical Services about establishing a customized and fun routine.
• Lose Weight: Extra weight makes the heart work harder. Make a commitment to lose weight properly under a physician’s care. The health emergency training experts at Northern Kentucky Emergency Medical Services can assist with a regimen to help you meet your personal weight goals.

Don’t take chances with bad habits that may trigger a cardiac arrest. For nearly four decades, Northern Kentucky Emergency Medical Services has been the region’s premier source for first aid certification, AED training, and OSHA training through a full schedule of courses by licensed instructors. To learn more about the wide range of available services, call Northern Kentucky Emergency Medical Services at (859) 572-4511. Visit the website for additional details on cardiac screenings, first aid certification, AED sales, and community partnerships.