“…for God so loved the world …”

— John 3;16 KJV

American Heart Month

Learn more about the American Heart Association's efforts to reduce death caused by heart disease and stroke. Also learn about cardiovascular conditions, ECC and CPR, donating, heart disease information for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and educators, and healthy living.

https://www.heart.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIm_mP89zS_QIVGObjBx2OLQUyEAAYAiAAEgJ0IPD_BwEP

National Wear Red Day

https://nationaltoday.com/national-wear-red-day/

Pay a Compliment Day, February 6th

Taking time to compliment a friend, loved one or even a stranger can give them, and you, a big boost. In a study conducted by Health-span in the U.K., researchers found that receiving a compliment from someone you know and being complimented by a stranger were two of the top 10 confidence boosters. Previous research by Neuron found that when a person is compliment, it lights up the brain’s “reward center.” Moreover, studies show that giving out three compliments a day can significantly increase one’s sense of well-being. Get started today.

Valentine’s Day, February 14th

As we remember all of the loved ones on our list this day, don’t forget the Supreme Love and “ultimate” gift, “for God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish, but have everlasting life” {John 3:16, K.J.V}

F.A.S.T.

F.A.S.T is an acronym that is commonly used to help people quickly recognize the signs and symptoms of a stroke. It stands for:

Face drooping: Does one side of the face droop or feel numb? Ask the person to smile to check if their smile is uneven.
Arm weakness: Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms to see if one arm drifts downward.
Speech difficulty: Is speech slurred or hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence and see if they can do so correctly.
Time to call 911: If someone shows any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately.

F.A.S.T is important because time is critical when it comes to treating a stroke. The longer it takes to receive treatment, the more damage a stroke can cause to the brain. By recognizing the signs of a stroke and calling for emergency medical assistance immediately, treatment can be started sooner, which can greatly improve the chances of recovery and reduce the risk of long-term disability. Therefore, F.A.S.T. can help to save lives and minimize the impact of a stroke.

Learn More at: https://www.heart.org/-/media/stroke-files/fast-resources/ucm_467905.pdf?la=en