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I remember I couldn't sort the mail. I'd just come home from the hospital after having twins. I spent 10 days in various hospital units while doctors ran tests and...

Editor’s note: This is the third article in a three-part series. The first is "Family History of Brugada Syndrome, My Story (Part 1)."“If a person has a family history of...

There is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious, or stressed.1,2 Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and...

Editor's note: This is part 1 of a two-part series. Part 2 can be found here. From the darkness of the pit into the light of the sun, I thank...

In September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of Heart-Failure.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of...

Our world is still changing every day because of COVID-19. Keeping up with all of the news can be challenging. Here are some of the top COVID-19 updates for people...

One question many people have after diagnosis is if they need a second opinion. It is completely understandable. When you receive a diagnosis which a quick internet search will basically...

At-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data...

Telehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower...

I was 28 years old, a single mother, and ready to dive into the unknown. I’m still in my prime, or so I thought. I was excited about the opportunities and adventures...

For a long time, we said mental health happens in the mind and the body is just along for the ride. People who’ve experienced stress, anxiety, depression, or even minor...

It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But many companies offer a range of virtual health...

Heart failure (HF) is a chronic health issue. There are many symptoms of heart failure. These symptoms can include shortness of breath, extreme tiredness, coughing, and swelling in the legs.1...

I have congenital heart disease. Congenital heart disease does not have an outward appearance that others can see. One looks “normal” while possessing an underlying risk of heart failure. The...

If you are a heart failure patient who happened to need a heart transplant at any point in your life, don't you feel like your life hasn't changed much with...

Telehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor to find out which virtual services are right...

Hi. Welcome to heart-failure.net. My name is John. I am your respiratory therapist (RT). Some of you reading this may already know what I do. You may have already met...

It is a sound and a vision I hope to never hear or see again. My daughter was 14 when she suffered multiple cardiac arrests during a dance class. They...

It is human nature for people to want to give advice, especially when it comes to our health. Pretty much everyone has tips for different health-related issues. I took some...

Visiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can get medical advice, visual assessments, treatments, or update...