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National Heart Month: Four Easy Ways to Show Your Heart Some Love
February 1, 2023
We often associate the month of February with hearts because of Valentine’s Day. However, there is another reason we should think of hearts in February – it’s American Heart Month, a designated time to advocate for cardiovascular health and raise awareness about heart disease. According to the Centers for Disease...
read moreMinutes Matter: Don’t Put Your Heart Health On Hold During COVID-19
April 23, 2020
By Stephen Plemmons, MSN, RN, NE-BC, Senior Director of Special Care Services When a heart attack strikes, every minute matters. In fact, the first few minutes are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient. While the world continues to focus on the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, cardiovascular disease,...
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Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs of Heart Disease Can Save a Life
January 30, 2019
When a heart attack strikes, every minute matters. In fact, the first few minutes are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient. According to the National Institutes of Health, of the people who die from heart attacks, about half will die within an hour of their...
read moreIt’s Heart Month. Keep yours healthy!
January 25, 2019
February is American Heart Month. It’s a time when we remind ourselves to take good care of our hearts throughout the whole year. You can show your heart how much you care by eating a healthy diet and staying on top of factors that can keep your heart strong. Know your: Blood...
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