Cooking with Heart Failure...Let's talk about eating! After my diagnosis of heart failure, it became a complex subjection. The sodium restrictions are no joke, and...reactions5comments
In Remembrance of...Heart disease touches us all in different ways. We are either the patient battling it or know someone who has it. Some...reactionscomments
Flu vs. RSV vs. COVID-19: Symptoms, Differences, and Treatment...The flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 are all contagious respiratory infections that affect the nose, throat, and lungs. They affect...reactionscomments
Using social media with heart failure: We want your feedback!...The Heart-Failure.net team is exploring the possibility of expanding our reach on social media. We would like to hear about how you...reactions2repliesAwarenessTips & Advice
Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep...Honestly, heart failure is a colossal pain in the butt. There are good days and bad days, like with anything else. The...reactions8comments
Other Things to Bring to the Hospital...Make sure to bring eyeglasses if you wear them. Another thing to consider if you are a reader is to take a...reactions1comment
Does anyone else have hair loss?...In the past couple of months, I noticed a significant amount of hair loss. When I brush my hair, chunks fall out...reactions22repliesLifestyle ChangesDiet & NutritionSymptoms
Understanding Vaccine Recommendations...Every year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a...reactions3comments
Eating for Energy...The lack of energy, aka fatigue, is one of the hardest parts of heart failure for me. Also, after moderating for the...reactionscomments
Unsure About the Future...Twenty-one years ago I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease and underwent six months of chemo and six months of radiation. The blockage...reactions3comments
Respiratory Infections 101...Respiratory infections affect the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways. These infections can cause symptoms such as congestion, cough, and shortness of breath...reactionscomments
Family Ties: Understanding Family Dynamics...Unconditional love is something that most people want to believe exists, especially when facing a chronic medical condition like heart failure. Why?...reactionscomments
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): The Basics...Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, cough, congestion, and shortness of...reactionscomments
How to Get Your Steps In...As a heart failure patient myself, I know how important exercise is for our condition. It's something that not only my doctor...reactionscomments
What Are Heart Failure Function Clinics?...Editor's note: This article describes clinics in the Canadian health system. Clinics that offer heart failure care in other parts of the...reactionscomments
Has anyone else had a CT angiogram?...I posted a couple of months ago when my partner was waiting for an appointment with a cardiologist. He had a long...reactions1replyDiagnosisLifestyle ChangesSymptoms
What Should I Take to the Hospital?...I wanted to share some things you might want to be aware of if you ever find yourself admitted to the hospital...reactions6comments
Perspectives Matter: Understanding Loved Ones...Having an extended hospital stay is a common shared experience for heart failure patients. Some loved ones will rush by your side...reactionscomments
What Is Right Heart Failure? ...Usually when we refer to heart failure, we are talking about left heart failure. However, there are some people in this community...reactionscomments
Would you smoke pot with a pacemaker?...Would you smoke pot now that you have a pacemaker?...reactions4repliesAwareness
