Exercise...Heart failure came into my life at the age of 80. Now at 83, I follow all the rules to stay healthy...reactions5comments
5 Important Items to Have After New Heart Failure Diagnosis...Getting a new diagnosis like heart failure can be totally overwhelming. At the hospital, you will talk to so many different dietitians...reactions6comments
Urgent Care or ER?...I was in a urgent care recently and came across a terrific magnet about when to call or see your primary care...reactionscomments
What I Want People to Learn About Brugada Syndrome...Brugada syndrome is a rare, but potentially life-threatening, genetic heart condition. Despite its rarity, the impact of Brugada syndrome can be devastating...reactions3comments
Expect the Best, Prepare for the Worst...Whether we like it or not, we all need to prepare for the worst. This is difficult because we have to admit...reactions1comment
Tips For Managing Showers...Along with this community, I also spend quite a bit of time in our COPD.net community. One of the hot topics there...reactionscomments
Not Where You Want To Be In Life?...We all remember the day we got diagnosed with heart failure. That numb heartbreaking feeling when those words slipped from the lips...reactionscomments
Without Wires...I decided to have surgery! It has been a little over 2 months now, and it went well. To take you back...reactionscomments
A New Plan for 2024...Sitting quietly in my cozy little home, I am astonished that the year is once again on its end. It would seem like...reactionscomments
John Bottrell, RRT...Hi. I’m John, I’ve been a respiratory therapist for over 20 years. A good part of my job is taking care of...
Amber Blackburn, RN...Amber Blackburn is a Registered Nurse turned blogger and patient advocate for those with chronic illnesses. She was forced to leave the...
Heart Transplant Hopeful...I have been diagnosed with severe heart failure since February 2020 and have been on medication since. Late last year my doctor...reactions6comments
The Transplant Process...I want to write about my heart transplant journey because I’ve noticed that transplants are a popular thing. Maybe they always have...reactions2comments
Heart Donor...As a heart transplant recipient, I know that every day I am alive is a gift. When I got the call that...reactions12comments
Phase 3 Cardiac Rehab - What Is It?...If you are someone who has completed Phase 1 and 2 cardiac rehab, or was referred by a physician, Phase 3 cardiac...reactionscomments
Happy Heart Over the Holidays...It is time for 6 weeks of holiday for me, summer holiday to be exact, living in the southern hemisphere it makes...reactions1comment
Intimacy and Heart Failure: The Relationship Conundrum...Intimacy is about creating a genuine connection. It can be intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual. Managing intimate relationships is a common problem...reactions1comment
Holiday Survival Guide...Hi, fellow heart failure patients! As the holiday season is upon us, I wanted to address the issue of stress. In my...reactionscomments
Dear Santa! Here's A Heart-Healthy Christmas Wish List...Dear Santa. My kids already made their Christmas lists. I hope you received them well. Consider this post my personal Christmas list...reactions10comments
The Wait...Various people wonder what people do when they are waiting for a heart or any organ. The crazy thing about heart transplants...reactionscomments
