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February is Heart Month, a time to bring attention to the importance of cardiovascular health, and what we can to reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease.  Heart disease affects approximately 2.4 million Canadian adults, and is the second leading cause of death in Canada. – Feb 2017 Ministerial Message ~ Health Canada

Here are a few ‘old fashion’ ways to get your heart and lungs working:    

- Take a walk

- Walk the dog

- Shovel

- Go sledding

There is no way of escaping the cold here in Alberta - frostbite can sneak up without you knowing.

What to Wear

- Base layer – Wear something breathable

- Mid layer – Wearing wool will keep you cozy & warm (there are many synthetic materials that will also work)

- Outer layer – Wind break if it’s a windy day.  Wool coats are cozy but won’t keep the wind off your skin. 

If you get too warm remove a layer before you start to break a sweat.  A cold wind against wet skin can cause hypothermia.

Below are some suggestions of how to share the love this Valentines.

• Send a card, image, or poem

• Delivery flowers to your Love’s workplace/home.

• Go old school - write a love letter and mail it

• Deliver a meal to your special person then have them join you on Facetime while you enjoy a romantic ‘distant’ meal.  Don’t forget the candles and a beautifully set table.