Heart care Posts

Heart failure is a term often misunderstood. Many people think heart failure means the heart is no longer working and there is nothing that can be done to help a person with heart failure. In fact, heart failure means the heart is weak and not pumping as well as it should be. Heart failure is […]

Heart care probably doesn’t make your regular to-do list. If it did, you would see improvement in many areas of your health. Making a healthy diet and regular exercise a part of your to-do list is the best way to reduce your risk of heart disease and improve your overall health. Wondering how to get […]

A healthy lifestyle is one of the strongest weapons in the fight against heart disease. Following a heart healthy diet is a must if you have a personal or family history of heart disease. But even if you don’t have that background, starting a heart healthy diet is a great way to benefit your overall […]

Your doctor has ordered a stress test. This is a very common diagnostic test of heart function – a way for doctors to see just how hard your heart works when your body is working its hardest. A stress test might be done do the doctor can evaluate your overall health or if you are […]

Many people think that heart disease and high blood pressure are health problems that primarily affect men. It’s a common mistake and one that can unfortunately lead to women ignoring signs of health problems.