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"My husband and I attended the 9Health Fair in April of 2004 at the Susan M Duncan YMCA in Arvada. We had gone through most of the stations and were on our way out when we saw the line for skin screenings. It was shorter than usual so we decided to stop and get checked. Thank GOD we did. I was checked by the doctor who noticed a dark freckle on my left arm and a spot on my face; she recommended that both areas be checked by my doctor. I had the freckle on my arm removed and sent off to the lab. It was melanoma! It was .3mm deep so it was caught early. I will have to manage this for the rest of my life but now that I am educated, it will help me through any future incidents. While my doctor had a watch on this freckle, it was the 9Healthfair that recommended further inspection and treatment and may have saved my life. I will always be thankful to the 9Health Fair.”

Cindy G.
9Health Fair participant since 2004

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As a native to Colorado, Esther served as site coordinator for the Department of Human Services Food Stamp Office 9Health Fair for three years. During those three years, she also participated in the 9Health Fair screenings and learned she had high cholesterol and high triglycerides. Since then, she has worked with her primary care provider to manage these concerns. Esther now sits on the 9Health Fair Community Involvement Committee (CIC). Esther says her favorite thing about 9Health Fair is that it is for everybody, whether you have insurance or not.

Esther Lewis, Denver CO
9Health Fair volunteer and participant

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9Health Topic

9Health Topic of the Month for February 2012:

Heart Health

Did you know that heart disease is the #1 killer in America? Heart disease – also called cardiovascular disease – is a term used to describe several problems related to the buildup of plaque in the walls of the heart’s arteries. As the plaque builds up, the arteries narrow, making it more difficult for blood to flow. This is creates the risk for a heart attack or stroke. Two other types of heart disease include heart failure, irregular heartbeat, and problems with the heart valves.

In the past, heart disease and heart attacks have been mostly associated with men. Studies and research have historically been done on men to provide a better understanding; however, awareness is on the rise for women after studies have shown that more women die from heart disease than any other disease. A women’s risk begins to rise around age 55, but knowledge of heart disease is incredibly important for younger women in order to put preventable tactics into place.

Fortunately, there are many things you can do reduce your chances of getting heart disease. You should:

Know your blood pressure and keep it under control
Exercise regularly
Don't smoke
Get tested for diabetes and if you have it, keep it under control
Know your cholesterol and triglyceride levels and keep them under control
Eat a lot of fruits and vegetables
Maintain a healthy weight

Friday, February 3^rd is National Wear Red Day where Americans will wear red to show their support for women’s heart health. Go Red For Women encourages awareness of the issue and will hopefully create action to save lives. Below you will find more information about National Wear Red Day and other helpful material regarding heart disease, whether you’re a woman or a man.

Getting the care and information you need, when you need it, is important. Everyone should be able to get quality care without barriers. Working together, we can move Colorado closer to that common-sense goal. Staying healthy and having access to health care is one way to keep your heart healthy. Do you know someone who has suffered from heart disease? Do you think stress is another contributor to cardiovascular disease? Tell us your thoughts. Join the conversation on 9Health Fair’s Facebook page.

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