Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Parish Nursing at Our Savior's


Blood pressure and blood sugar screenings every 4th Sunday after church (blood pressure only) and every third Thursday from 11am to 1pm in the Fellowship Hall. This free screening is open to everyone.


February is

Heart Health Month!

February is American Heart Month, and unfortunately, most of us know someone who has had heart disease or stroke. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States; one in every three deaths is from heart disease and stroke, equal to 2,200 deaths per day. These conditions are also leading causes of disability preventing people from working and enjoying family activities. Cardiovascular disease is also very expensive—together heart disease and stroke hospitalizations in 2010 cost the nation more than $444 billion in health care expenses and lost productivity. However, we can fight back against heart disease and stroke. CDC and other parts of the US government have launched Million Hearts™, to prevent the nation's leading killers and empowering everyone to make heart-healthy choices. 

 Source:  Center for Disease Control

Ten Commandments for a Healthy Heart

1. Know your risk factors for heart disease.

2. Talk to your doctor about reducing your risk of heart disease.

3. Have your blood pressure checked regularly.

4. Know your cholesterol numbers.

5. Have your blood sugar level checked for diabetes.

6. Do not smoke cigarettes or use other tobacco products.

7. Eat for your heart health.

8. Get regular physical activity--at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most or all days of the week.

9. Aim for a healthy weight

10. Know the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and the importance of seeking medical help immediately.