Florida Heart Research Foundation

Want to lower your risk of stroke? Start with these healthy habits: ⁣
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✅ Stay physically active ⁣
✅ Eat healthy and cut back on salt ⁣
✅ See your doctor at least once a year ⁣
✅ Stop smoking ⁣
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Dr. Felix Chukwudelunzu, a neurologist at Mayo Clinic Health System, says small lifestyle changes can make a big difference in protecting your brain and heart health. ⁣
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❤️ Help in the drive against heart disease by switching to Florida Heart’s “Stop Heart Disease” specialty license plate. You can switch your plate at no cost (up to $85 value; excludes your annual registration renewal fees) while also supporting cardiovascular research, education and preventions throughout Florida.

Skip the DMV and have your new heart plate delivered straight to your mailbox! It’s easy!:
🔹 Visit floridaheart.org/get-your-stop-heart-disease-plate-now
🔹 Complete the online submission form
🔹 Submit your information and you’ll be connected directly with the tag agency that processes all our Stop Heart Disease specialty plates in the State of Florida, no matter what county you live in.
Your support will go miles in making inroads in the fight against heart disease!❤️

Your health matters, especially when it comes to stroke prevention. The top 3 risk factors for stroke are: ⁣
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1. High blood pressure — Check your blood pressure regularly, especially if high blood pressure runs in your family. ⁣
2. Heart disease — Know your family history and see your doctor yearly to screen for early signs. ⁣
3. Diabetes mellitus — Managing blood sugar is key to lowering stroke risk. ⁣
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Regular checkups can help catch problems early and keep you healthier longer, says Dr. Felix Chukwudelunzu, a neurologist at Mayo Clinic Health System. ⁣
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