Discussion Post
Question I
"About 610,000 people die of heart disease in the United States every year-that's 1 in every 4 deaths. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. ... Of these, 525,000 are a first heart attack and 210,000 happen in people who have already had a heart attack."
• What are the modifiable and unmodifiable risk factors for heart disease?
• In your opinion, why is heart disease still the leading cause of death in the U.S.?
• Would you say that you follow a heart healthy diet? Why or why not?
Question II
• After reading the article: "Impact of a four-year wellness programme on coronary artery disease risk in male employees", why do you think changes in BMI and HDL cholesterol were not significant?
• Do you feel that the program was successful? Why or why not?
• Have you ever participated in an employer based wellness program and if so, what was your experience?
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.