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Diabetes Aware Diabetes is the fastest growing risk factor for cardiovascular disease. The number of people -- which has tripled over the last three decades -- is equal to 7% of the American population. More concerning is that one-third of diabetics are unaware they have the disease -- a disease which leads to cardiac conditions, kidney disease, stroke, blindness, and loss of limb. Are you at risk for Diabetes? You can find out by taking the Diabetes Aware Risk Assessment. Heart Aware Find great cardiac care - right here, right now. From a major heart attack to an irregular heartbeat to shortness of breath, we have the technology to get you on the road to recovery quickly and compassionately.
* The Provena Central Illinois Region's HeartAware program, offered through Provena Covenant Medical Center in Urbana and Provena United Samaritans Medical Center, was recently chosen by Byrne Healthcare as a "top performer." Learn more. Lung Aware 1 in 5 people diagnosed with Lung Cancer are non-smokers. C.O.P.D. (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. C.O.P.D. is a common lung disease that obstructs the airways, making breathing difficult. What is your risk for lung problems?
Sleep Aware More than 12 million Americans suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA can cause high blood pressure and other CV disease, memory problems, headaches, impotency and can even be responsible for job impairment and motor vehicle accidents.
Stroke Aware Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of serious long-term disability. Stroke is a disease that affects the blood vessels to the brain. The risk factors for Stroke are closely related to Cardiovascular Disease risk factors. Are you at risk for Stroke? You can find out by taking the Stroke Aware risk assessment .
Vascular Aware Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) occurs in the blood vessels in the body other than the heart and brain. It often affects the legs, arms, stomach, or kidneys. The most common type of PVD is Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) which affects 8-12 million Americans. The symptoms of PVD often go unrecognized. Are you at risk for PVD? Take the Vascular Aware Risk Assessment . |
