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
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
Family History of Brugada Syndrome: The Beginning of My Story“Strive to see with the inner eye, the heart. It sees the reality not subject to emotional or personal error; it sees...reactionscomments
How Is Coronary Artery Disease Treated?Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a leading cause of death around the world. Managing risk for CAD and understanding its signs and...reactionscomments
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
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a...reactionscomments
How to Improve Heart HealthAbout 6.5 million Americans are living with heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women of...reactions8comments
What Is DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis)?A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot, also called a thrombus. It can develop inside the deep veins of the...reactionscomments
Heart Failure in WomenHeart disease is the leading cause of death in women in the US. More women than men die of heart disease each...reactions4comments
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
The Strength of Community for a Communal Health (Part 1)Editor's note: This is part 1 of a series. Be sure to check out part 2! We face many problems globally, as...reactions2comments
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
Navigating a Heart Failure Diagnosis: 2021 In America SurveyReceiving a heart failure diagnosis is almost always a life-changing experience. Some people get the news after a major cardiac event, while...reactions2comments
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
Health Disparities in Heart FailureHeart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States (US). Heart failure (HF) is a type of heart...reactionscomments
Can a Plant-Based Diet Help Heart Failure?Plant-based diets have increased in popularity over the past few years. It's hard to miss all the plant-based options when shopping: there...reactions2comments
Life at First GlanceAugust 20, 2015: the day that changed my life forever. I remember waking up feeling hopeful but prepared for the unknown because...reactions2comments