Implanted/Monitoring Cardiac DevicesDo you have an implanted/monitoring cardiac device? If so, which type? When did you get it? How do you feel about it?...reactions13replies
FeaturedWhat are you thankful for?Even amidst the challenges posed by heart failure, there remain compelling reasons to be thankful. What are you thankful for?...reactions48repliesMental Health Coping
Medication Side EffectsSometimes certain medications make us feel "off," worse, or even sick because we experience side effects. Every person is different, and different...reactions12repliesCopingSide Effects
What do you take to the hospital?I always need dental floss and dental picks. They’re not stock items. Deodorant is also important. Some hospitals have it and others...reactions21replies
Who do you usually turn to for support? Living with heart failure can be overwhelming, but having connections can make a big difference in managing it and improving mental health...reactions38repliesFriends & FamilyMental Health Coping
How do I cope with fear after a cardiac arrest?I had a cardiac arrest March 2024. I was on a ventilator for 8 days in ICU for almost a month. During...reactions13replies
congestive heart failure, A-Fib and pulmonary hypertensionHello. New here and I was wondering if anyone has all of these same diagnoses? I just found out last week that...reactions3replies
Need Support With Progressing CHFWhen I was at Parkland Hospital in 2015, I got diagnosed with congestive heart failure (CHF). I took meds, I believe. But...reactions1reply
What advice would you give to someone newly diagnosed with Heart Failure?It’s okay to feel scared or overwhelmed, but it’s important to remember that you are not alone....reactions46repliesNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
Living Strong with Heart ChallengesI take a nitro pill if I have chest pain, and if I need a third one, I call an ambulance. Sometimes...reactions1reply