Cardiac diseases are a more severe course of COVID-19. How can I protect my heart?

Cardiovascular diseases largely affect the elderly. Their coexistence increases the risk of a severe course of COVID-19. These people should continue their current treatment and apply the recommended preventive measures especially rigorously. Doctors from the Polish Cardiac Society advise on how to take care of your heart. These tips can save your life!

1. Specialists from the Polish Cardiac Society have prepared a collection of advice for everyone who wants to take care of their heart health
2. The key is not only a healthy diet, but also physical activity and avoidance of stimulants
3. Patients with heart disease are at a higher risk of severe COVID-19
4. You can find more such stories on the TvoiLokony home page

A healthy heart. A diet for the heart

1. Limit sugary drinks and fruit juices – choose water or unsweetened juices
2. Replace sweets with fresh fruit as a healthy alternative
3. Try to eat five meals a day, including vegetables and fruits, which can be fresh, frozen, or dried
4. Limit your alcohol consumption
5. Limit your consumption of processed foods, which are often high in salt, sugar and fat
6. Try to prepare your own healthy lunches for work or school

A healthy heart. Important physical activity

1. Exercise regularly, at least 30 minutes a day, five days a week
2. Fun, walks, housework, dancing – it all matters!
3. Be active every day – climb stairs, walk or ride a bike instead of a car!
4. Keep fit – join virtual classes and training sessions
5. Download the exercise app or use the pedometer to keep track of your steps

A healthy heart doesn’t like stimulants

1. Say NO to stimulants – it’s the best thing you can do for your heart
2. Within two years of quitting smoking, the risk of coronary heart disease is reduced
3. Avoid association with smokers – exposure to secondhand smoke also causes heart disease in non-smokers
4. By quitting smoking, you will not only improve your health, but also the health of those around you
5. If you have trouble quitting, ask for help and advice

A healthy heart. Fight COVID-19

1. Wash your hands often – use soap and water for at least 20-30 seconds
2. Keep your social distance
3. Avoid touching your face – especially your eyes, nose, and mouth
4. Wear a mask
5. Cover your mouth when you cough, sneeze on your elbow
6. Stay home – follow the advice given by the relevant authorities
7. Immediately report to a doctor or call an ambulance whenever you notice disturbing symptoms of the heartbeat

The information comes from the World Heart Federation, of which the Polish Cardiac Society is a member.

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The Polish Cardiac Society is one of the longest operating scientific societies in Poland. They were founded over 60 years ago. The organization has nearly 6. members. PTK is active within the structures of the European Society of Cardiology and the World Heart Federation. The main goal of PTK is to promote the prevention and fight against heart and vascular diseases by engaging in innovative solutions enabling the development and education of both medical staff and society. Its publishing body is “Kardiologia Polska”. The President of the Polish Society of Cardiology in the 2019-2021 term is prof. dr hab. n. med. Adam Witkowski.

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