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MI Women Can "Go Red" For Heart Health Today

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Friday, February 6, 2015   

TRENTON, Mich. - Nearly every minute of every day, a woman dies of heart disease, which affects 43 million women nationwide. That's why one Michigan survivor is speaking up to help others avoid becoming part of that statistic.

Sheri Lindsay of Trenton knew she needed to lose weight and get her diabetes under control, but it took a near-fatal wake-up call in the form of a stroke three years ago for her to make some heart-healthy changes.

"My doctor had told me many times that I have to take better care of myself or I'd have a stroke, and I was just too busy," she said. "I knew the risk factors because my dad had passed away at the age of 59 from heart disease, and I just ignored it - and by doing that, I almost lost my life."

Lindsay has since made a full recovery, lost more than 150 pounds and devoted her life to raising awareness of heart disease. Today, Lindsay will join with women across the nation in wearing red as a symbol of the fight against heart disease.

At first, Lindsay said, she only was able to pedal a stationary bike with one foot or walk part of the way around the block. She said the key is taking that first step, and sticking with it.

"I never looked back. I never shed a tear. I knew right then and there that I had to make the change to survive," she said. "I didn't want to be a burden on my children, and I knew right away - I said I wanted to be around for them."

According to the American Heart Association, women can take steps to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke by not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight and getting regular exercise. They also recommend that women have their blood pressure and cholesterol levels checked regularly, and be aware of any family history of heart disease.

More information on heart disease in women is online at heart.org.


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