For Caregivers, Heart Failure
As a caregiver, you have a higher risk for health and emotional problems. That’s because caregivers are less likely to attend to their own health by eating nutritious foods, getting physical activity and treating physical and emotional problems. It may feel like your...
Heart Failure, Tests & Treatment
Surgery isn’t frequently used to treat heart failure. However, it’s recommended when the doctor can identify a correctable problem that’s causing heart failure – such as a defect or a blocked coronary artery. Today, doctors are able to correct many...
Heart Failure, Helpful Topics
All women face the threat of heart disease. But becoming aware of symptoms and risks unique to women, as well as eating a heart-healthy diet and exercising, can help protect you. Read...
Heart Failure, Helpful Topics
Following recommendations about diet, exercise and other habits can help to alleviate symptoms, slow your disease’s progression and improve your everyday life. In fact, people with mild to moderate heart failure often can lead nearly normal lives as a result....
Heart Failure, Helpful Topics
About 6 million Americans are living with heart failure today. In fact, it’s one of the most common reasons people 64 and older go into the hospital. Fortunately, heart failure can be treated. Getting good medical care, following doctor’s orders and...