Heart health: our current guide
What this page said
The overview said that heart disease was the leading cause of death in the United States, that genetics play a role but lifestyle choices significantly influence heart health, and that more risk factors mean a higher chance of heart attack or stroke. It asked readers to consider their own risk factors.
The weekly program ran for 13 weeks in three-hour sessions of supervised exercise, mindful stretching, a relaxation response exercise, individual staff contact, a snack, group support, and education sessions on risk factors, nutrition, stress management and emotional healing. Graduates could join a self-pay maintenance group once or twice a month, and current or retired Massachusetts state employees with heart disease could join a 12-month extended program. Schedules and eligibility are historical.
Key points from the original
- 13 weeks of three-hour sessions combining exercise, relaxation and education.
- A maintenance group followed for graduates.
- A 12-month extended program existed for Massachusetts state employees.