5 easy steps to keep your heart healthy and happy

MANILA, Philippines — The heart is essential to life, the all-important organ that pumps blood to the body to distribute oxygen and nutrients to the cells. Every beat of the heart ensures the continuity of life, love and happiness.

The problem is that while the heart takes care of the body, we do not take enough care of it.

Cardiovascular diseases (CVC) continue to be a pressing concern among Filipinos. Ischemic heart diseases were the leading cause of death in the Philippines in 2022, accounting for 114,557 cases or 18.4% of total deaths recorded during said report, according to 2023 data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The rising incidence of heart risks in the country, as one study about cardiovascular diseases in the Philippines pointed out, makes heart diseases a public health emergency.

Omron Healthcare, a global leader in the field of clinically proven, innovative medical equipment, has initiated the "Heart Reacts Only" campaign to encourage Filipinos to love and take care of their heart in five easy steps.

It is a simple habit to build, but it can save lives. Having regular blood pressure check-ups gives you an overview of your heart’s health. Knowing your blood pressure levels provides a clue if you are at risk of having heart diseases.

Nowadays, it is easier to do so with the help of reliable, accurate and quality blood pressure monitoring tools, such as the Omron Complete, which uses electro-cardiogram (ECG) technology to enable early detection of atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition that is commonly associated with heart failure and stroke. The Complete is also able to detect other conditions such as tachycardia or a faster heart rate and bradycardia or a slower heart rate.

OMRON’s Stroke Risk Calculator is an online tool that helps users assess their risk of having a stroke in the next five to 10 years. All you need to do is visit the OMRON webpage and tap on the “Calculate Now” button. This will bring you to an assessment form that covers general personal information, daily habits and diet, and any other significant information from your recent check-ups.

The Stroke Risk Calculator analyzes your stroke risk based on your answers