Let's Get in AweHeart failure has caused many of us to slow down, as we no longer have the same level of functionality as before...reactionscomments
New York Heart Association Classification: What Does it Mean For You?If you’ve been diagnosed with heart failure, chances are you have heard about the New York Heart Association (NYHA) classification. This is...reactionscomments
Let's Discuss Nasal CannulasMany people with a heart failure history do not need home oxygen therapy. But there are some in this community who do...reactions1comment
How to Eat Less Red MeatSome of us with heart failure may have stents, or for some other reason, have been told to try to limit the...reactionscomments
What Are the Symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis?Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot. It develops deep inside veins that have slower blood flow. The clot generally forms...reactionscomments
How To Stay PositiveStaying positive is something I struggle with and it is an everyday mental battle for me. It is so much easier to...reactions2comments
Patient CareMost people do not believe me when I tell them that I have a heart transplant. I am a 34-year-old working healthcare...reactionscomments
Four Tips for Dealing With Bad NewsBeing chronically ill is hard. The things we deal with on a daily basis are more than anyone ever should. Many of...reactions1comment
Heart Failure Awareness Week 2022: Our Stories, Our Voices, Our CommunityFebruary is Heart Month and Heart Failure Awareness Week is set for February 14-20. This year we want to honor each and...reactionscomments
A Guide to Common Drugs Prescribed After a Heart Attack (Part 1)The first heart attack can be an extremely overwhelming and frightening experience. It is not uncommon for people to stay admitted in...reactionscomments
What Is an Ablation for AFib?Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is an irregular heart rhythm caused by random electrical activity. During Afib, the heart’s upper chambers beat too fast...reactionscomments
Heart-Failure.net Celebrates 1 Year!Happy 1-year anniversary to our community! Heart-Failure.net launched in January 2020, and it has been an amazing ride. None of this would...reactionscomments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this...reactionscomments
Am I Having a Panic or Heart Attack?It's likely that you have experienced stress, anxiety, or panic at some point. But overwhelming worry, stress, and panic can cause your...reactionscomments
Finding A CommunityWhen I was first diagnosed with Postpartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM) I was very confused, and I felt very alone and uncertain. When I...reactions2comments
Check Out That HeartHeart health is a very important topic. I honestly feel that it does not get enough limelight. This is not only valid for...reactions2comments
What Is Intubation and What Are Ventilators?So, sometimes heart failure causes flare-ups (exacerbations), and flare-ups often require you to seek help, which often results in a trip to...reactions3comments
Misconceptions About StrokesAccording to John Hopkins Medicine, "a stroke or brain attack happens when blood flow to your brain is stopped." I think the...reactions3comments
5 Ways To Prevent Heart DiseaseI am aware there is a high risk for heart disease in my family. My mom and her 7 siblings all have/had...reactions1comment
Medical InsuranceI was first diagnosed with a heart problem at the age of 12, and because of that, through the years my mom...reactions7comments
