Northern Hearts
Improving the lives of people in Northwestern Ontario, especially those living with heart disease.
Did you know that heart disease is one of the leading causes of early death?
If you live in Northwestern Ontario…there is a greater chance that you or someone you love is at risk for heart disease. The Thunder Bay District has:
- 50% higher rate of heart disease than the rest of the province
- The highest death rate from heart disease in Ontario
- The highest rate of heart disease in Canada!
- Over 70% of adults in Northwestern Ontario have at least one major risk factor for heart disease: High blood pressure, high cholesterol, unhealthy weight, inactivity, smoking, high levels of stress
Fortunately, heart disease is largely preventable!