Veterans Health Information Resources and Outreach
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Cardiovascular and Brain Wellness Among Veterans
Presentation at the Disabled American Veterans/Auxilliary 2025 National Mid-Winter Conference
January 24-25, 2025, Augusta, GA
January 24-25, 2025, Augusta, GA
Why is this important?
Veterans Face Higher Risks: Veterans report higher rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and at younger ages compared to non-veterans.
Alarming Trends: Nearly half a million American veterans live with Alzheimer’s, a number expected to grow with an aging population.
The Connection: The heart and brain are deeply interconnected. Cardiovascular impairments can lead to cognitive decline and dementia due to the brain’s reliance on oxygen-rich blood.
Veterans Face Higher Risks: Veterans report higher rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and at younger ages compared to non-veterans.
Alarming Trends: Nearly half a million American veterans live with Alzheimer’s, a number expected to grow with an aging population.
The Connection: The heart and brain are deeply interconnected. Cardiovascular impairments can lead to cognitive decline and dementia due to the brain’s reliance on oxygen-rich blood.
Key Takeaways for Veterans
Heart and Brain Connection: Improving cardiovascular health through early prevention and management significantly lowers risks for cognitive decline and dementia.
Actionable Steps: Address risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity through:
Heart and Brain Connection: Improving cardiovascular health through early prevention and management significantly lowers risks for cognitive decline and dementia.
Actionable Steps: Address risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity through:
- Regular health screenings.
- Balanced diet and physical activity.
- Reducing tobacco and alcohol use.
- Managing stress and improving sleep quality.
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Dr. Butts meeting with DAV National Commander, Dan Contreras at the Disabled American Veterans/Auxilliary 2025 National Mid-Winter Conference in Augusta, GA. |