For many farmers, making time to go to the doctor is one of those things that is too often pushed down the list because of so many other pulls on their time. That is why the Irish Heart Foundation nurses come to you!
Nearly 80% of farmers who have attended our ‘Farmers Have Hearts’ health checks at local marts were identified with risk factors for heart disease and stroke; and were advised to see their family doctor. Many of these farmers hadn’t visited their family doctor in years.
At your local mart, under the ‘Farmers Have Hearts’ programme, the Irish Heart nurses will measure:
If you’d like to book at a Farmer’s Have Hearts Health Check – please telephone 01 6685001 or email Health Check Manager, Tracy James on tjames@irishheart.ie
Keep an eye on our schedule and avail of your FREE health test.
Farmers Have hearts Cardiovascular health Programme
A major study of farmers’ health published on the 18 June 2020 showed farmers in Ireland are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
The study involved the National Centre for Men’s Health (NCMH) at IT Carlow, The Irish Heart Foundation, Teagasc, Glanbia Ireland, the HSE and UCD College of Health and Agricultural Sciences that saw 868 male farmers undergo health checks in marts and Glanbia Ireland Agribusiness branches across the south, east and midlands.
Ways To Live Life Better – view our range of articles to help you to reduce your risk factors on topics such as smoking to being active, blood pressure, healthy eating and more.
Heart & Stroke Conditions Explained A to Z – take a moment to read our articles that cover the symptoms, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of the most common heart conditions.
A Man’s Guide To Heart Health – view our insightful and at times entertaining guide to heart health and the battle between your mind and your heart. In short, always listen to your heart and call 999 immediately if you have any unusual symptoms whatsoever.
