Tag: Heart Health

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  April 30, 2020

  Bariatric Surgery Became the Bridge to a New Heart

  At age 29, I went into my family doctor’s office for my yearly check-up. I walked out with a diagnosis of congestive heart failure. This is my story.
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  March 3, 2020

  Half of Americans Have High Blood Pressure. Are You at Risk?

  Nearly 30 million Americans have joined the ranks of people battling high blood pressure—not because their health has changed in any significant way, but because the guidelines for hypertension have evolved.
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  February 25, 2020

  Mending Broken Hearts

  Hahnemann’s closure has profoundly affected cardiology patients and providers.
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  February 14, 2020

  A Heart Transplant Story: More Years to Spend With the Love of My Life

  "While my heart always skipped a beat for Theresa, it skipped a few too many beats over the years. Several people on my mother’s side of my family suffered from heart disease, so I knew I might, too."
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  February 13, 2020

  12 Reasons to Visit a Cardiologist

  The heart beats about 115,000 times per day pumping approximately 2,000 gallons of blood through your body. Needless to say, keeping it healthy is crucial to survival.
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  February 11, 2020

  It Happened to Me: I Went Into Cardiac Arrest When I Was 18 Years Old

  A Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University medical student tells her story of adversity, hardship and recovery—and how it will forever change how she views a patient.
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  February 4, 2020

  Subtle Signs of a Heart Attack Every Woman Should Recognize

  Signs of a heart attack can be so subtle for women that some do not even realize they've had a heart attack until they go to the doctor for a seemingly unrelated symptom, like back or jaw pain.
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  November 20, 2019

  Are Cholesterol Lowering Medications Right for Older Adults?

  While useful for many patients, statins may not be the right choice for seniors.
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  November 6, 2019

  How to Start a Heart-Friendly Fall Fitness Routine

  A cardiac rehabilitation specialist offers the tips she gives her heart patients to start a fall fitness routine.
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  August 8, 2019

  Five Back-to-School Health and Wellness Concerns

  From seemingly innocuous foods, to undiscovered ailments and classroom bullies, there are a handful of concerns to watch for as children get back to school.
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  August 8, 2019

  Does the Heat and Humidity Affect Your Heart?

  There are a few things all of us should remember during the dog days of summer so we don’t overheat.