Empowering every generation to take charge of their heart health and well-being
Did you know that the heart is a tireless organ, beating around 2.5 billion times in an average lifetime and pumping millions of gallons of blood throughout the body? This amazing organ’s continuous circulation delivers oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and essential compounds, while also removing waste products. When the heart stops, critical bodily functions begin to fail—some almost immediately.
Despite its resilience, the heart is vulnerable to poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking, infections, and genetics, which can lead to serious conditions. One major risk is atherosclerosis, where cholesterol-laden plaque builds up in the arteries, restricting blood flow and potentially causing heart attacks or strokes.
While cardiovascular disease becomes more common with age, it is not unavoidable. By adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle early, managing risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol, and utilising medical advancements, people can protect and support their heart health for a longer, healthier life.
What is Heart of Thomson?
Heart of Thomson is a campaign aimed at promoting better heart health. With heart disease remaining the leading cause of death globally, this initiative is committed to spreading awareness, encouraging heart-healthy lifestyles, and ensuring that life-saving information and resources are accessible to everyone. By fostering a culture of prevention and care, we strive to create a healthier future where everyone can take charge of their heart health with confidence and make informed, heart-conscious choices every day.
What can you look forward to?
With Heart of Thomson, there is so much to look forward to! You can stay informed with engaging articles and videos designed to help you understand and prioritise your heart health. Take part in exciting competitions that make learning about heart care interactive and rewarding. Plus, benefit from exclusive heart screening packages, ensuring you have access to essential health checks for a stronger, healthier future.
A Heart-Healthy Future Starts Today
Heart health is a lifelong journey, and with Heart of Thomson, you are never alone in taking the right step toward a stronger, healthier future. Together, let’s build a legacy of healthy hearts—one beat at a time.
References
Harvard Health. (n.d.). Heart Health – Harvard Health. https://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/heart-health
World Heart Federation. (2023, December 14). Cardiovascular disease infographic – World Heart Federation. https://world-heart-federation.org/resource/cardiovascular-disease-infographic/