Protect Your Heart
What to Know
Travel, changing routines, warm weather, and everyday stress can all take a toll on your heart health. While these shifts may seem small, they can add up especially if you’re already managing risk factors like high blood pressure or cholesterol.
The good news? You have support. With the right habits and the right resources, you can stay on track and protect your heart.
Why Heart Health Matters
Your heart works hard for you every day. When factors like dehydration, stress, or inconsistent routines come into play, it can put added strain on your cardiovascular system. Taking care of your heart now can help you:
- Lower your risk of heart disease
- Improve your energy and day-to-day well-being
- Build a strong foundation for long-term health
Simple Ways to Support Your Heart
You don’t need a complete lifestyle overhaul. A few intentional daily choices can go a long way:
- Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
- Keep moving. Make time for short walks or light activity even when traveling.
- Manage stress. Take breaks, get enough sleep, and build in time to recharge.
- Being mindful of heat and exertion. Listen to your body and avoid overdoing it.
Your DuPont Benefits Can Help
Your benefits offer a range of resources to support your heart health and general well-being, so you can stay well all year long.
If You’re Enrolled in a DuPont Medical Plan
- Health advisors. Get personalized, no-cost support for you and your covered family members—whether you need help understanding your DuPont Medical Plan, finding in-network care, scheduling appointments, or identifying programs to support your health and well-being.
- In-person or virtual preventive care. Stay on track with annual checkups, blood pressure screenings, and cholesterol tests all covered at no cost if you use an in-network provider through your DuPont medical plan.
- Telemedicine. Get quick, convenient care from home for more common issues outside of virtual preventive care.
- Mental health support. Access to thousands of high-quality therapists, as well as assistance finding the right type of care you need.
- Second opinion services. Gain confidence in your care by getting an additional expert opinion on a diagnosis or treatment plan.
Available to All Employees (Regardless of Medical Plan Enrollment)
- Weight management. Build healthier habits, manage weight, and support overall wellness, all of which are key factors in maintaining heart health.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Get support for managing stress, improving sleep, and taking care of your mental well-being.
- Healthy Living Program. Take a holistic approach to your well-being. Whether your goal is to boost energy, reduce stress, improve financial wellness, or live healthier overall, this free, easy-to-use program through Personify Health can help you get there.
