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1 2 3 4 5 Quit smoking or using tobacco Regular R egular aerobic exercise reduces t the he amount of cigarettes you want t to o smoke and helps you quit. Reduce cholesterol & blood pressure Exercise lowers blood pressure and total cholesterol and increases good cholesterol. HEART HEALTHY LIFESTYLE Research shows that people who do aerobic exercise regularly — at moderate intensity, 4 to 5 times a week for 150 minutes a week — reduce their risks of heart problems. Canonsburg Hospital is proud to introduce Cardiopulmonary Rehab to our suite of rehabilitation services beginning in December! Our caring exercise physiologists and support staff will provide rehabilitation services in a safe, monitored environment for patients with the following diagnoses: Maintain a healthy weight • Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) More activity will help shed pounds and control blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and aid in relaxation and stress management. • Heart attack (MI) Eat right A low-fat diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean protein works with aerobic e exercise xercise to burn calories and s suppress uppress your appetite. • Valve repair and replacement • Post PTCA procedure • Post coronary stent procedure • Congestive heart failure (CHF) EF <35% • Heart transplantation • Moderate to Severe COPD • Asbestosis and pneumoconiosis Call 724-745-6100 to schedule an appointment. Control or avoid diabetes Consistent exercise can benefi t blood b lood sugar levels. 100 Medical Boulevard Canonsburg, PA 15317