Ask the Advocates: Mental Health (Part 2)Editor's note: This is part 2 of a three-part 'Ask the Advocates' series on mental health. Part 1 can be found here...reactionscomments
Parenting and Brugada Syndrome: Two Mothers' StoriesAs both a mom and daughter with Brugada syndrome, I’ve seen firsthand how this disease can affect families spanning generations. My family...reactionscomments
Matters of the HeartLosing my dad was one of the hardest, if not the hardest day of my life to date. It is something that...reactions1comment
Community Shares: Did Your Heart Failure Diagnosis Come as a Surprise?In the moment of learning that you have heart failure, a range of emotions often follows. For some people, it may include...reactions1comment
Dating While SoberMany of us in the heart failure community cannot, or choose not, to drink. While some say that drinking in moderation is...reactions1comment
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health SurveySometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone...reactionscomments
Different Types of Heart FailureThe term heart failure is an umbrella term as there are a few different types of heart failure. While they often are...reactionscomments
Trauma and PTSD - Am I Going Crazy?You might have seen a previous article I wrote about depression. However, depression’s cousin when it comes to serious medical illness is...reactionscomments
Pretty Lady Chronicles: 392 Beats Per Minute Survivor (Part 3)Editor's note: This is part 3 of a series. Be sure to check out part 1 and part 2! I survived a...reactions1comment
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactions2comments
Community Shares: Tips for Surviving the Holidays While Living With Heart FailureThe holidays can be a challenging time for many people. When facing the coming season while living with heart failure, it may...reactionscomments
Medication TipsKaren, a caregiver of 25 years, offers three helpful tips to stay on track with your medications...reactionscomments
Care for the CaregiversOne of the best volunteer programs I’ve seen and experienced myself was at Columbia Children’s Hospital. The caregivers were invited once a...reactionscomments
Community Shares: The First Person You Told After Your Heart Failure DiagnosisEveryone reacts differently to the news of a heart failure diagnosis. Whether the news came as a complete shock or as an...reactionscomments
Which Flu Vaccine Should You Get This Year?The crisp cool air and golden, red leaves marks the start of the influenza season for those of us in the northern...reactionscomments
Take the Connected Health Survey!The Connected Health Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites...reactionscomments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious, or stressed. Maintaining our connection to...reactions1comment
What Is It Really Like to Be a Caregiver? Results of the 2020 Caregiving In America SurveyWhen faced with a chronic health condition like heart failure, many people rely on the help and support of a caregiver. In...reactionscomments
Beyond Exhaustion: How Life Changes with FatigueFatigue: It’s not “just being tired”, and it’s an experience that individuals living with a chronic health condition know all too well...reactions1comment
Community Views: How Does Being a Caregiver Impact Your Life?Most of us know what a caregiver does, but not everyone fully understands what it is like to be a caregiver until...reactionscomments
