February is National Heart Month

In some cases, physical activity can be as beneficial to your heart as medication. As part of their Healthy Heart research and resources guide, a Johns Hopkins expert outlines six heart benefits of exercise, and  how you can make staying active part of your heart-protection plan.

AAHP Diabetes/Heart Health promotes healthy living through it’s numerous programs focused on the heart health of African Americans in Montgomery County

The goal of Healthy Montgomery, community health improvement process. It is an ongoing effort that brings together County government agencies, County hospital systems, minority health programs/initiatives, advocacy groups, academic institutions, community-based service providers and other stakeholders to achieve optimal health and well-being for all Montgomery County residents.  By promoting and supporting programs that  support Healthy Living, we can support these goals.

Visit our Resource Guide on Healthy Living to find local programs on  Health & Nutrition, Wellness and Physical Activities, and programs that support vulnerable populations.