LVAD: Reasons for Use and EligibilityOne thing you have heard people talk about is an LVAD or left ventricular assist device. It is exactly what it sounds like as it assists the left ventricle in... By Christopher Gehrke2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
ConstipationThis is not the 'sexiest' of all topics; however, I have personally experienced that constipation can adversely impact your quality of life. So what can cause constipation and why do... By Morgan Drutchas2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Power of SupportWhen I think about support, I picture someone's arms under another person holding them up. I looked up the definition and it reads: bear all or part of the weight... By Kimberly Connell2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mind Over MatterAn unexpected medical emergency can land you in the back of an ambulance, emergency room, or once again in a hospital. Sometimes it’s no big deal, while other times it... By Tina Marie Marsden2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Healthy Ways to Cope With StressI think it's clear by now, at least for those of us within the heart failure community, that stress is not good for those of us with heart disease. I... By Morgan Drutchas2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mindfulness (Part 2)Editor's note: this is part 2 of a 2-part series. Be sure to read part 1! As a young kid, I was fast and furious with everything. Somehow, I was... By Bouba Diemé4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
7 Tips to Improve Emotional HealthOur mental health is very important to our overall health and well-being. However, in many cases, it is often the last aspect of our health to be treated. Living with chronic... By Amber Blackburn, RN3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Don't Just Sit There! Bust a Move!As a patient with a chronic health condition, it can be a challenge to find ways to stay active without feeling like you are jeopardizing your own health. This can... By Latoya Johnson Keelen, PhD2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Community Shares: The Unexpected Ways Heart Failure Changes Your LifeLearning to live with heart failure comes with a handful of surprises. Some of these surprises are challenging, while some of them can be rewarding. To find out more about... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mindfulness (Part 1)Editor's note: This is part 1 of a 2-part series. Be sure to also read part 2! Today, I want to talk about mindfulness. I previously wrote a few pieces... By Bouba Diemé3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Heart Failure and StrokeLast month, I learned the hard way that heart failure can increase your risk of stroke. Near the end of last month, I had a stroke and was lucky enough... By Christopher Gehrke3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Shares: How Heart Failure Affects AbilitiesThere is no question that for most people, heart failure changes what everyday living looks like. However, how life changes can be different for everyone. To find out more about... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Finding Your RoutineWhen it comes to managing chronic conditions, having a routine is essential. For many of us, dealing with the daily struggles and challenges of having heart failure can become frequently... By Theresa Cannizzaro3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Caregiver FatigueI was diagnosed with heart failure at 35. As someone who was previously very active and definitely independent, the fatigue, lightheadedness, and other (high burden) symptoms of heart failure have... By Morgan Drutchas3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Shock (Part 2)Editor's note: This is part 2 of a two-part series. Be sure to check out part 1! Revival had been going on for 6 days already and we were on... By Kimberly Connell2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Bonus Life: Grandchildren and GratitudeA friend of mine in his early eighties sometimes refers to his “bonus life,” that is, his life after medical interventions that allow him to live longer than he might... By Will Jones3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Light Night Medical CareWe have all been in a position where it is either after hours or the weekend and we need our doctor for something. Maybe we realize we are out of... By Christopher Gehrke2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Take the Person Before Patient SurveyThe Person Before Patient Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! What makes us the people we are? Living with a serious health condition like heart failure can... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Shock (Part 1)Editor's note: This is part 1 of a two-part series. Be sure to check out part 2! Experiences are really a beautiful thing. It's nice to hear other people's experiences... By Kimberly Connell2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Gardening on a BudgetWhen it comes to eating healthy, it can be a challenge to do so cheaply when living with heart failure and on a budget. This is especially true when unhealthy... By Christopher Gehrke3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments