Thanks to everyone who has contributed to our fundraiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation so far! Your involvement and referrals are greatly appreciated.

There is still almost one more week left in February, and countless opportunities left to refer patients and send in donations.

In lieu of Heart Month, here are a few facts about reducing your risk of heart disease, from the Heart and Stroke Foundation:

• Be smoke-free.
• Be physically active.
• Know and control your blood pressure.
• Eat a healthy diet that is lower in fat, especially saturated and trans fat.
• Achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
• Manage your diabetes.
• Limit alcohol use.
• Reduce stress.
• Visit your doctor regularly and follow your doctor’s advice.