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Staying Healthy in Oregon

The team at Rush ACLS developed this page to provide our Oregon ACLS, PALS and BLS certification customers with a resource for leading healthy lives in Oregon. We understand that the best way to combat cardiac-related diseases and emergencies is to prevent them from happening in the first place. Please read below to discover some ways that you can become more active in the state of Oregon.

Active Living

In the state of Oregon, 3.6% of the population suffers from heart disease. Additionally, 3.5% of the population has suffered from a heart attack. Daily physical activity can go a long way in the prevention of these cardiovascular-related ailments.

Hiking

Oregon is home to some truly beautiful scenery. Hiking is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and increase your physical activity. Hiking is good for beginners and experts alike. Here is a site that will help you find the perfect trail in Oregon. http://www.oregonhiking.com/

Visit the Beach

During the summer months, the Oregon coast is a great place visit. The beach is a very good place to get some physical activity. You can run, walk, swim or play sports on the beach. The following site will help you select a good beach to visit. http://visittheoregoncoast.com/

Skiing

Oregon boasts some phenomenal skiing as well. Check out the following site to find a ski resort to visit during the winter. http://www.skioregon.org/

Daily Routine

If you are unable to start a new hobby like hiking or skiing, you can still increase your physical activity by making some small changes to your daily routine.

  • Clean your car by hand instead of taking it into the car wash.
  • Take the stairs instead of the escalator or the elevator.
  • Get off of the bus one stop early and walk the rest of the way to your destination.
  • Give your dog an extra long walk in the morning or the evening.
  • Take a short walk around the office instead of surf the Internet during your breaks.

Healthy Diet

The obesity rate in Oregon is approximately 27%. As our Oregon PALS, BLS and ACLS certification customers know, obesity is linked to a variety of cardiovascular-related ailments. Learning how to eat healthy is vital in the prevention of obesity and heart-related issues. Here are some healthy eating tips.

  • Drink 1% or skim milk instead of 2% or whole milk.
  • Limit your portion sizes by serving your food on smaller plates.
  • Limit your grain intake. If you are going to eat grains, make sure that they are whole grains.
  • Avoid pre-packaged and processed foods.

For the Children

Here are some great activities for the whole family in the state of Oregon.

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