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Make a Play for a Healthy Heart
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has teamed up in partnership with the Seahawks, Kraken and Mariners to promote heart health in all fans, young and old. To learn more about your heart health talk to your doctor today.
Learn moreDefend the Heart
Just like you learn the stats of your favorite players on the field or on the ice, knowing your own heart stats is critical when it comes to your health. With the Seahawks, Kraken and Mariners commitment to heart health education, paired with the best-in-class patient care provided by the Center for Cardiovascular Health at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we want to keep all our fans healthy throughout the year.
Annual Seahawks Youth Heart Screening Event
Presented by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Held annually at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center, this event helps protect young athletes from sudden cardiac arrest—the leading cause of death in exercising youth.
In partnership with the Nick of Time Foundation, free heart screenings include a family health history review, an electrocardiogram (EKG), and, if needed, an echocardiogram (ECHO), using testing protocols tailored for young hearts.
Check back here for future event details!
Donate to the Healthy Heart Fund
Every donation supports the Healthy Heart Fund and the vital work at the award winning Center for Cardiovascular Health at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. This means delivering crucial services to patients undergoing treatment and pushing groundbreaking cardiac research. |
Kraken Auctions
Throughout the Kraken season, two premium tickets and a Zamboni ride will be auctioned off to fans to raise funds for Hockey Fights Cancer and the Healthy Heart Fund. These funds will support local patients in their greatest time of need through the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Foundation. Don't miss your chance to win these incredible prizes and make a difference. |
Sudden cardiac arrest
King5: During Heart Health Month, it is important not to forget how cardiovascular diseases affect younger patients. In fact, sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death for exercising young athletes. |
Take charge of your heart health
Know your stats!
1) Blood pressure - 120/80 mm Hg (millimeters of mercury) is considered within the normal range.
2) Target heart rate for exercise - Know the target heart rate for your age, during moderate intensity activities is about 50-70% of maximum heart rate.
3) Cholesterol levels
- Your HDL (“good” cholesterol) is the one number you want to be high (ideally above 60)
- Your LDL (“bad” cholesterol) should be below 100
- Your total should be below 200
4) Ideal body weight
The American Heart Association says ideal body weight is based on your body mass index (BMI).
- A BMI between 18.5 and 25 kg/m² indicates a normal weight
- A BMI of less than 18.5 kg/m² is considered underweight
- A BMI between 25 kg/m² and 29.9 kg/m² is considered overweight
*Statistics sourced from the American Heart Association
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health’s cardiovascular surgery programs continue to perform at an elite level in the Pacific Northwest and across the nation. Building on the strength of our comprehensive services and the latest state-of-the-art technology, our cardiac surgery outcomes are in the top 10 percent in the nation and U.S. News & World Report ranks us No. 1 in heart and vascular care in Washington, Alaska, Montana, Idaho and Oregon. We’ve also received a top 3-star rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for isolated CABG, AVR+CABG and MVRR. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is also nationally recognized by the American Heart Association, receiving the Get with The Guidelines®️ Gold Award for heart failure and Get with the Guidelines®️ Gold Plus Award for stroke care management.
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