Healthy Hearts for Female First Responders

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Description

The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) is pleased to present “Women's Heart Wellness,” brought to you by NOTA Fitness and Wellness. In recognition of National Heart Health Month, "Women's Heart Wellness" is a program specifically designed for women first responders. This course, developed by health experts, focuses on practical strategies and actionable steps to reduce the risk of heart disease—the #1 killer of women. By prioritizing cardiovascular health, participants will empower themselves to maintain a vibrant and heart-healthy life amidst the demands of their critical roles.

In this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to enhance their heart health by learning about the following topics:

• Understanding Heart Disease Risks
• Signs and Symptoms of Heart Disease in Women
• Nutrition and Heart Health
• Effective Exercise Routines
• Stress Management Techniques
• Importance of Regular Screenings
• Building a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
• Emergency Response and Heart Health

Join us for an engaging, informative, and fun session where you will gain the knowledge and tools to protect your heart health and enhance your overall well-being.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is open to all first responder groups, including, but not limited to, law enforcement, fire/EMS, EMTs, dispatchers, and corrections. Additionally, retired first responders, as well as civilian peer support and mental health clinicians who are culturally competent in first responder wellness, are encouraged to attend.

Partial In-service Credit

Partial In-service Credit (PIC) for law enforcement officers will not be available.

Cost and Registration

There is no registration fee to attend this training. Pre-registration is required.

Please note that the DCJS registration system does not have the capacity to sort eligible from ineligible registrants. Therefore, anyone who registers will receive a confirmation. It is the responsibility of the DCJS assigned course director to review the roster and make a final determination on acceptance into the course. Registrants not accepted will be notified via the email address provided during registration.