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Is it really a heart attack?
Part 1 Is it really a heart attack? Recognizing the Differences: Symptoms of Electrolyte Imbalance vs. Heart Attack by Catherina Pascale...
Caterina Pascale
3 days ago8 min read


TAVI at the Heart of Innovation: How Valve Technology Has Changed Cardiac Care
Let's say you are a 75-year-old woman who regularly walks your dog every day. Over the past few months, you've noticed that you are...
Renee D
Jun 224 min read


Heart failure: Which medications can make it worse?
Heart failure (HF) is a condition that occurs when the heart does not pump blood effectively around the body due to weak or stiff heart...
bhavika2000
Jun 192 min read


Broken Heart Syndrome
Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy, better known as Broken Heart Syndrome, is a disorder where stress and other external factors impair the heart's...
Mahalaxmi Chada
Jun 22 min read


Understanding Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy (GDMT) for Heart Failure: A Comprehensive Introduction
Introduction Heart failure (HF) remains a major public health concern, affecting over 6 million adults in the United States alone....
Jennifer John
May 113 min read


Feeling faint? It may be POTS..
Postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a condition affecting between 1 and 3 million people in the United States. The primary sign of...
Lisa Absher
May 72 min read


Aortic Stenosis: When the Heart's Gateway Narrows
Photo by : Robina Weerijer in Unsplash Aortic stenosis (AS) is one of the most common and severe valve conditions that affects the heart....
Renee D
May 54 min read


The Impact of Changing Automated Blood Pressure Measurement Devices on Pediatric Blood Pressure
Elevated high blood pressures used to be common in adults, but recent data across the United States and Canada have shown they’re also a...
Deborah Sabinus-Chinonso
May 15 min read


Atrial Septal Defect in Children
Definition Atrial septal defect is a type of congenital heart defect in which there is an opening in the septum which is a wall between...
mandeep789
Apr 283 min read


Heart Smart: Uncovering the Mediterranean Diet's Impact on Your Heart Health
The Mediterranean diet isn’t just a trendy food plan—it’s a lifestyle inspired by the traditional eating habits of countries bordering...
Tebogo Joyce
Apr 224 min read


Understanding your Heart - Bradycardia
Though it may sound concerning, bradycardia, a disease marked by a slow heartbeat, is more common and less harmful than most people...
Mahalaxmi Chada
Apr 132 min read


Aortic Dissection and Aortic Graft Surgery
By Nikki Elmi The 4 types of ascending aorta and aortic root replacement surgeries. Aortic dissection is a life-threatening condition in...
Nikki Elmi
Mar 23 min read


Heart Health: Recognizing the Early Signs of a Heart Attack
Heart disease continues to be one of the leading causes of death globally. Yet, the good news is that heart attacks are highly treatable...
Sachin M Chaudary
Feb 163 min read


The Cardio-Immune Axis: Exploring the Role of Immunity in Cardiovascular Diseases
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) have traditionally been viewed as disorders driven by mechanical and metabolic factors like hypertension,...
Anshul Kapur
Feb 154 min read


How Stress Affects the Heart and What You Can Do About It
Stress. We have all experienced it at one point or another during our life. Stress is a common part of our everyday lives. In some ways,...
Dawn C. Turner
Feb 133 min read


Protecting Your Heart in Winter
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) encompasses various conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, remains a leading cause of death...
Shiting Wang
Dec 30, 20244 min read


An Introduction to PICCs
What is a PICC? PICC stands for peripherally inserted central catheter. It is a type of IV (intravenous) line. It is a thin, flexible...
Dawn C. Turner
Dec 29, 20243 min read


Broken Heart Syndrome: More Than Just A Metaphor
Dying of a broken heart may sound like a metaphor for grief, but as it turns out, broken heart syndrome is a real – although temporary...
catarinarafagarces
Dec 22, 20242 min read


Sacubitril/Valsartan: A Breakthrough in Heart Failure and Kidney Health
Heart failure treatment has entered a new era with Sacubitril/Valsartan, a revolutionary angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitor...
Dr Deepa Bajaj
Dec 21, 20242 min read


What Are the Underlying Causes of Atherosclerosis and How Can It Be Prevented?
What is Atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis consists of the hardening of the arteries, often due to gradual plaque build-up. Plaque is...
Raneen Awada
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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