Let’s Discuss Congenital Heart DiseaseAbout 8 of every 1,000 infants are born with congenital heart disease (CHD) and some of these kids will develop chronic heart...reactions5comments
Outsourcing Services - Yay or Nay?As a child, my parents ingrained in me that most things that a service can provide, I should be able to learn...reactions1comment
Salt During the HolidaysAs the holidays are coming upon, it’s a good time to talk about sodium and fluid retention. Salt is a challenge for...reactions5comments
Could Snail Venom Help Save Hearts?Antiarrhythmics are a class of drugs used to treat irregular firing patterns in the heart. The pattern can be too fast, too...reactions1comment
Spironolactone: a Less-Known DiureticMany people with heart failure (HF) have experience with diuretics. Overall, diuretics help reduce some symptoms of heart failure, such as water...reactions4comments
Unexpected LossesI recently heard the phrase 'unexpected loss'. This resonated with me and is a good way of explaining why a widowmaker heart...reactions7comments
Is Working Too Much Bad for Your Heart? I was asked a great question by a community member recently. He said, “Does working too much increase my risk for developing...reactions2comments
Resources for Reduced Cost HealthcarePrescriptions, scent-free laundry detergent, over-the-counter products, special cleaning products - all these items can add up and can make living with or...reactions5comments
FMLA: What You Need to KnowAs an HR professional, I find that many people do not understand FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act). FMLA is important for people...reactionscomments
Climbing Mountains (Part 1)Editor's note: This is part 1 of a series. Read Part 2. When you’re walking around with two stents and one heart...reactions1comment
Access to Medications in an Opioid-Crisis EraThe United States is currently in an epidemic that is often referred to as the “opioid crisis.” This has led to a...reactionscomments
Let’s Discuss Lung AnatomyHeart failure is primarily a heart disease, yet it can sometimes affect your lungs too. Plus, lung diseases can also affect your...reactions2comments
Care Managers and Healthcare AdvocatesA chronic condition puts an immense burden on both the patient and their family, physically and mentally. There is the actual caregiving...reactionscomments
Types of Health FacilitiesThe management of a chronic condition can be complex and often confusing. From constant self-observation to consistent practice of management techniques, it’s...reactions1comment
What Does a Blood Pressure Reading Mean?Blood pressure readings are a regular occurrence for heart failure patients, whether it's at the doctor's office, cardiac rehab, or home. But...reactions2comments
Let’s Talk Genetics of Heart FailureThere has long been talk of heart disease being hereditary. Since the year 1900, researchers have learned a lot about genetics and...reactionscomments
Are There Any Risks to Quitting Smoking?We all know of the great benefits that come with quitting smoking. From reducing premature death to saving a considerable amount of...reactionscomments
The Strength of Community For Communal Health (Part 2)Editor's note: This is part 2 of a series. Be sure to check out part 1! For her job, my mom kept...reactionscomments
PRETTY LADY CHRONICLES: Quiet SicknessOvercoming a chronic illness or "sickness" can consist of a number of variables. While many are seen or expected, others are hidden in...reactions1comment
Board GamesAs a CHF patient and someone who previously loved outdoor activity, it has been an adjustment to spend more time inside, especially...reactions4comments
