How Operation Heart to Heart has made an impact in the community and surrounding areas.
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Making a Difference with Operation Heart to Heart
To learn more about Operation Heart to Heart and how you or your organization can get involved, contact Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department at 402-529-2233
Operation Heart to Heart
Operation Heart to Heart is a program available to Farmers, their families, and their employees.
Operation
Heart to Heart is excited to offer Free cardiovascular screening to any person
who works in agriculture and lives in Burt, Cuming, Stanton, or Madison
counties.
Free Colon Cancer Test Kits
The month of March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month.
Click here to learn how to obtain your own free kit.
Heart Disease
Know the Risks.
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death in the United States.
Immunizations
Know the Risks.
Be proactive about your health by making sure you are up to date on all of your immunizations.
Influenza vs. Cold
Know the Risks.
While the flu and a common cold may feel like the same illness, they are actually caused by completely different viruses.
Operation Great Start
Services for You.
Operation Great Start is a home visitation program that provides free one-on-one health education to pregnant families until the child turns one.
In The Know
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer mortality in NE.
Postpartum Depression
Know the Risks.
The birth of a child should be a joyous event, but for approximately 80% of mothers, it is the opposite.
Prostate Cancer
Know the Risks.
Prostate cancer usually affects older men, developing in the tissue of the prostate gland in the reproductive system. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of death for men in the US.
Safe Sleeping & Co-Sleeping
Know the Risks.
Though mothers do sometimes sleep with their baby, this puts the child at a higher risk for accidents and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
In The Know
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death in the USA.
Seasonal Allergies
Prevention is Key.
Spring signals the beginning of allergy season. It is the time of year when certain trees and flowers begin pollinating.
Stress
Prevention is Key.
Stress is a common factor in everyone’s life, though too much stress can negatively affect our health and our relationships.
Stroke
Know the Risks.
A stroke is a serious condition that occurs when an artery to the brain is either blocked or bursts.
In The Know
Allergies normally present
before age 20.
Sun Safety
Prevention is Key.
The sun’s rays are powerful and potentially harmful, though there are ways to protect your skin and eyes when spending time outdoors.
Women’s Minority Health Initiatives
Services for You.
Language issues and access to medical services affect the overall health of first-generation immigrants, their children, and grandchildren, especially when it comes to diabetes and dental health.
Alcohol Awareness
Know the Risks.
Alcohol is common in societies all over the world, though if not consumed in moderation it can increase the risk of harmful health and environmental conditions.
Healthy Behaviors During Pregnancy
Know the Risks.
Just as the USDA updated portion recommendations for the general public, they also updated dietary recommendations for pregnant women.
Healthy Eating/Nutrition
Prevention is Key.
You should be eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables each day.
BMI Calculator
Services for You.
By using a Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation, you can determine if your current weight falls within a healthy target weight range.
Bonding with Baby
In the Know.
As a new parent you want to make the most of these special times. It is important that you take these early opportunities to bond with your child.
Colon Cancer
Know the Risks.
We partner with two colon cancer programs, the Colon Cancer Coalition and the Nebraska Colon Cancer Screening Program, to bring awareness and prevention methods to local communities.
In The Know
Water makes up three quarters
of your brain.
Dehydration
Know the Risks.
Over half of our bodies are made up of water, so it is important to stay hydrated, especially during hot summer months.
Dental Hygiene
Prevention is Key.
Your dental health is more than a pretty smile – it can also be an indicator of larger health issues.
Diabetes
Know the Risks.
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your body metabolizes glucose, or blood sugar.
Every Woman Matters
Services for You.
Every Woman Matters (EWM) is a program designed to help women between the ages of 40 and 74 meet basic healthcare needs.
In The Know
For adults over 18, a healthy BMI is between 18.5 and 25.
Exercise
Prevention is Key.
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, you can improve and maintain your health by performing two forms of exercise weekly: aerobic activity and muscle-strengthening.
Eye Health
Prevention is Key.
Vision is a huge part of learning. In order to process information correctly, your eyes must function properly. If you suffer from an inability to see clearly, it may be a result of a vision disorder.
In The Know
Exercise for at least 20 minutes 3 to 4 times per week.