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Cedar City Today
By the People, for the People
Cedar City Hospital Highlights Heart Health Month With Cardiac Rehab Focus
Cardiac rehab program emphasizes prevention, education, and recovery for heart patients
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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February is National Heart Health Month, and Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital is using the occasion to spotlight the importance of its cardiac rehabilitation program. Troy Robinson, an exercise physiologist at the hospital, discussed how the rehab program serves patients after serious heart events, providing medically supervised exercise, education on nutrition and stress management, and personalized treatment plans to help them recover and maintain heart health.
Why it matters
Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the U.S., so raising awareness about prevention, early intervention, and comprehensive cardiac rehab services is crucial for improving community health outcomes. Cedar City Hospital's focus on these areas during Heart Health Month can help local residents understand the resources available to support heart health and recovery.
The details
The cardiac rehab program at Cedar City Hospital is not just an exercise program, but a medically supervised process that creates personalized treatment plans for each patient. This includes monitored physical activity, as well as education on nutrition, stress management, and other aspects of heart health. Patients begin with an assessment of their health history and risk factors, and the program aims to address all the elements needed for long-term heart wellness.
- February is National Heart Health Month.
- Cardiac Rehab Awareness Week was observed from February 8-14, 2026.
The players
Troy Robinson
An exercise physiologist with Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital who discussed the cardiac rehab program on the radio.
Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital
A hospital in Cedar City, Utah that offers a cardiac rehabilitation program to support heart health and recovery in the local community.
What they’re saying
“What we're there for is to really build a personalized individual treatment plan that includes medically monitored physical activity and education for a specific heart problem.”
— Troy Robinson, Exercise Physiologist (KSUB radio)
“We don't want you to have a heart attack. A favorable lifestyle, including diet, exercise, and not smoking, is associated with a 45 to 47% lower risk of coronary artery disease.”
— Troy Robinson, Exercise Physiologist (KSUB radio)
What’s next
The hospital will continue to promote its cardiac rehab program and heart health resources throughout February and beyond, encouraging community members to take steps to prevent heart disease and access the support they need for recovery.
The takeaway
Cedar City Hospital's focus on cardiac rehabilitation during Heart Health Month underscores the importance of comprehensive, medically supervised programs that address all aspects of heart health - from prevention and education to personalized treatment and long-term lifestyle changes. By raising awareness of these services, the hospital aims to empower local residents to take control of their heart health.
