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Raise your glasses (of water, of course!) to Know Your Numbers Week starting on September 9! This health-conscious week was established to encourage people to be more mindful of their important health numbers, such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and sugar levels. You've got power in numbers and understanding them could mean a world of difference to your health. After all, these figures are the key players in predicting your risk for significant health conditions like heart disease and diabetes. So let's get excited to get healthy, because knowledge indeed is power, especially when it comes to our bodies!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Evolving Health Consciousness</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 1990s saw a significant rise in health consciousness. Increases in obesity rates and heart disease sparked a focus on preventative health measures.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>American Heart Association Initiatives</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Heart Association intensified campaigns to encourage regular checking of blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Preventive Health Care Centre Stage</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amid rising healthcare costs, preventive care gained attention as a cost-effective way to manage health outcomes by tracking numbers regularly.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Know Your Numbers Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>Know Your Numbers Week was established to increase awareness about important health metrics like blood pressure, cholesterol, and sugar levels.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Health Tracking Technology Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the proliferation of wearable tech and health apps, tracking personal health metrics became more accessible for the general public.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Go for a Health Check-up</h3><p class='facts-text'>A great way to deepen your awareness in 'Know Your Numbers Week' is by scheduling a health check-up. Get all those important numbers including blood pressure, cholesterol, sugar levels, and more checked and recorded to get a status check of your overall health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a Health Fair</h3><p class='facts-text'>Invite local health professionals to a public health fair where everyone can get their numbers checked and learn more about how they can maintain or improve their health status.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create Health Fact Sheets or Info-graphics</h3><p class='facts-text'>Take the time to compile easy-to-read fact sheets or info-graphics, detailing ideal health numbers, and simple ways to achieve them. These can be shared on social media or printed out and distributed among friends, family, and wider community.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a Healthy Cooking Class</h3><p class='facts-text'>Celebrating 'Know Your Numbers Week' could also mean knowing the nutritional numbers in your food! Hosting a healthy cooking class will provide hands-on experience in preparing meals that are not only tasty but also aligns with your health numbers.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Plan Health Webinars or Seminars</h3><p class='facts-text'>An educational seminar or webinar that speaks about interpreting health numbers, maintaining ideal levels, and general wellness can encourage proactive healthcare in your community, ultimately celebrating the spirit of 'Know Your Numbers Week'.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Increases Health Awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Know Your Numbers Week helps to increase awareness of the importance of monitoring our health and understanding our key health numbers such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. By making us more conscious of these figures, we can take preventive steps to reduce the risk of conditions like heart disease and diabetes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages Regular Health Check-up</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This week reminds us how important it is to go for a regular health check-up. Even if you’re feeling fit and fine, regular screenings can provide a more accurate assessment of your health and help you catch any potential problems early.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Community Involvement in Health Matters</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This health-conscious week not only emphasizes individual awareness but it also works towards involving the entire community. Whether it's hosting health fairs or organizing educational webinars, Know Your Numbers Week aims to encourage everyone to participate in proactive healthcare and understand their health better.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Health numbers can predict potential health issues</h3><p class='facts-content'>Statistics show that understanding your key health numbers like blood pressure, cholesterol, and sugar levels can help predict potential health risks like diabetes and heart disease, making prevention possible.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Blood pressure number is crucial for heart health</h3><p class='facts-content'>High blood pressure, ranked as a silent killer, is a significant risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Understanding this essential number can help prevent these diseases and improve heart health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cholesterol levels are indicative of overall cardiovascular wellbeing</h3><p class='facts-content'>Keeping an eye on your cholesterol level is vital, as high levels can lead to a build-up in your arteries, increasing the risk of arteriosclerosis, heart attack, and stroke.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Blood glucose numbers are key in preventing and managing diabetes</h3><p class='facts-content'>Elevated blood sugar can lead to prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Regular glucose level checks can help in early diagnosis, and timely management can prevent complications such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and vision problems.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Body Mass Index (BMI) provides insight into your overall health</h3><p class='facts-content'>BMI is a useful way to assess whether you’re at a healthy weight for your height. It can give an approximation of total body fat and is used to screen for weight categories linked with health problems.</p></div></div>
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