02/12/2026
In addition to February being recognized as American Heart Month, this week is also Cardiac Rehabilitation Week 💓
Lisa Paulus, RN, cardiac rehab nurse at FCMC, is passionate about helping patients to improve their heart health by incorporating better habits into their daily lives.
Here are three tips that Lisa recommends to all patients to help take better care of their hearts every day of the year.
🍏 Eat a balanced diet that includes a diversity of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and healthy sources of protein.
👟 Incorporate regular exercise and movement into your day, which helps maintain a healthy weight and lowers the risk of certain diseases.
💤 Prioritize good sleep, aiming for at least 7 hours of quality sleep every day.
Although heart health takes center stage in February, Lisa and the FCMC cardiology team encourage everyone to make heart health a priority every day with small, intentional choices.
Call 641-257-4346 to schedule an appointment with FCMC’s cardiology team or learn about FCMC’s available cardiac services today.