....and reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease.

Heart disease (heart attack/stroke) occurs when the arteries that feed your heart or brain become clogged or damaged.

Risk factors for heart disease/stroke:

• Family history


• Smoking


• High blood pressure


• Diabetes


• High cholesterol


• Obesity


• Lack of physical activity


• Unmanaged stress

You can assess and monitor your risk of heart disease and stroke by knowing these "numbers" :

Total Cholesterol - which is made up of:

• HDL - the "good" cholesterol that keeps blood vessels clear


• LDL - the "bad"cholesterol that clogs blood vessels


• Triglycerides - another "bad" cholesterol that clogs blood vessels

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Blood Pressure - Blood pressure is expressed as two numbers:

• Systolic (top) - pressure when the heart is beating


• Diastolic (bottom) - pressure when the heart is resting

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Glucose (blood sugar) - High blood sugar can damage blood vessels.

How do I get my "numbers"?

Talk with your family doctor about getting your cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose numbers. 

Or, visit one of Sparrow's Regional Laboratories and request a Know Your Numbers screening.

• Cost is $10/person (cash or check). 
  
• No appointment is required. 
  
• To assure accuracy, you must fast for 12 hours prior to the test; water is allowed and you may continue to take your medications. 

Your test results will be mailed to you.  To locate a Sparrow Regional Laboratory near you, call 517.364.7800 or 1.888.7WE.HEAL. (1.888.793.4325)

Next steps?
Discuss your numbers with your doctor.  Exercise, proper nutrition and, when appropriate, medication will improve your numbers.

Need help finding a family doctor? Click here or call 1.888.7WE.HEAL (1.888.793.4325).

Know Your Numbers Brochure (PDF format)